Good Monday morning peeps

~ Tails Around the Ranch

Sam here.  imageWe mom worked very hard in the garden over the weekend (and of course I snoopervised her work-she’s getting a little better at it since I took over on that front) but she conveniently neglected to mention that she’d be taking a few days off so color me super happy.

Yesterday morning she took me for a ride and guess where we went…Grandma and grandpa’s house!! Woo-hoo. Man, I can’t believe she didn’t tell me we’d be coming down to visit them for a few days to celebrate Grandpa’s ‘bark day’ tomorrow. The ‘big dog’ turns 85!  ♪ღ♪░H░A░P░P░Y░ B░I░R░T░H░D░A░Y░░♪ღ♪  Grandpa, we <3 you!  And can I just say I’m in bunny nirvana? They are EVERYWHERE, hopping hither and fro but always away from me [cue the sad puppy face].

With all the monsoonal rains, the prairies are covered in glorious sunflowers providing loads of hiding places for those bunnies. Mom tried several times to hold me back take photos of them but they keep scurrying away from this great fur-hunter’s grasp. Those wily rascals just won’t cooperate by posing for photos or letting me check them out up close and personal if you can believe that?! So she decided to take photos of the 87 jillion sunflowers instead. At least they don’t run away from her like the bunnies do.

  Hope you guys all had a fabulous weekend. With all the forest fires in the western US, our skies have been smoke filled so if there’s any kind of positive to be taken from that, it does provide some spectacular sunrises and sunsets. What exciting things did you do over the weekend?

Live, love, bark! <3

46 thoughts on “Good Monday morning peeps”

  1. Thanks for sharing this with me, Monika. I reckon Lady would’ve loved to join Sam on that walk, but something tells me she could well’ve caught a rabbit, especially if they were working as a pack. I love sunflowers and your photo was great. I’ve seen a few fields of sunflowers on my travels and they were simply amazing.
    xx Rowena

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      I’m convinced she’d leave skid marks around Sam who has no idea what to make of the bunnies and little lines of quail skittering to safety. 😍

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      1. That’s so funny, Monika. Lady is a professional hunter and being so black, she’s well camouflaged too. She might not be interested in chasing the ball. She’d much rather chase critters.

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        1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
          Tails Around the Ranch says:

          😆 Sam could give a whit about ball chasing, being what he thinks is way to ‘sophisticated’ of a poodle. I, on the other hand, just think he’s a knucklehead with a dim brain, but love his sweet nature to pieces.

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  6. The Canadian Cats – Prince George, BC, Canada – I have been married for like AGES and AGES according to Shoko. A whole 47 years. Shoko is my only young'un. Bill and I have lived in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada for 34 years. Gardening is my passion and also Shoko's passion. Bill's passion is being included as a member of Shoko's family.
    The Canadian Cats says:

    Hi there my friend,
    must wish your grampa a very Happy Birthday….85!! Wow. We’ll never live that long. Your grampa is awesome. We loved the sunsets…beautiful. We saw the damage fire can do last year. The people in southern BC and CA saw the damage for themselves this year.
    What did we do over the weekend? We chilled on the deck. We mean we really CHILLED on the deck. It’s cold here already. Last night was -2C which is 28F. We snuggled with mom in the early morning.

    Shoko and Kali

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Can’t wait for those cooler temps and autumn colors. My favorite time of year.

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  7. Oh the bunnies. There are a few near us and my best chance of getting a photo is from quite a distance away, BEFORE the dogs see them. Once they’ve been made, all hope is lost. LOL

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Thanks for the well wishes. I think he concurs n the nap thing since he’s passed out cold this evening. 🙂

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  9. Great photos! San your description of the prairie is wonderful. I could use a little prairie right about now… Kali and I worked in the garden this weekend putting in our final batch of annuals for some end of the summer/early fall color in the yard. If only I had some water to put on them…. My garden used to be so colorful and robust with flowering trees, shrubs, and lots of ground flowers. Not so much this year with the 30% mandatory rationing I’ve tried to be a good citizen and only water a couple of days a week which in 90 degree plus weather does not cut it. Dry and brown are the colors of 2015. Hopefully El Nino is in our future… Happy BD to G-Pa!

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      My parents have been lucky this year with a decent amount of rain to make the prairies burst alive with sunflowers. Can’t remember the last time I saw so many. A dear friend lives in CA and I know how grim the heat and lack of rainfall has been. So sad and completely understand the whole water restriction thing (kudos BTW for doing your part in these trying times). The Farmer’s Almanac seems to think there will some El Nino effect for the first part of winter, so fingers crossed for you guys there will be some relief soon. Thanks for the birthday wishes; he had a great day. Ear scratches and head pats for Kali. Hang in there on the garden. 😉

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  10. earlsworld – United Kingdom – I am the owner, lover and trainer of two amazingly talented Border Terriers, Earl and Ethel. I have a passion for dogs, photography and writing.
    Earl Lover says:

    Hi there! 🙂

    My friend has a puppy and a bunny, and neither get on well! Bunnies in cages are even more tempting than bunnies out of cages!!

    sumskersandearlskers13.blogspot.com

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Thanks for stopping by our ‘ranch!’ Yes, I think they must always be moral enemies. 😉

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      He definitely knows how to snoopervise well!

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  12. easyweimaraner – brittany – Weimaraner /Braque de Weimar, born in 2009, male & fabulous From: Britanny / France Likes: Plushtoy-Shredding, Spikebones,long distance Walks, everyday a Gift, Chicken, Shoes, Underwear, my squeekie Pig & my whole Life Dislikes: Water, Cats, Beaf, Cats, cleaning my Ears, Cats, the Vet, Cats, Snow & CATS! Profession: Student of psychological War-technics & Terrorism, after my Masterdegree i become to rule the world or maybe to be the owner of toys r us. actually i'm not sure... Status: Single Pets: Hell, NO! i prefer a petfree home. but owner of two slaves for my comfy Misc.: Greencardowner for Masterbed, Master of Beggin, Prince of Thiefs We decided to leave Easy's datas as they were... although we lost him in november 2016, he is still with us.... and his little brothers Phenny and Nelly promised to write on not as Easy the weim, but as easy Weimaraner... About us: Mr. Phoenix, born 9/9/2016 a virgo and always clever&smart...Neilson, born 7/28/2017 a leo who thinks he is clever&smart...
    easyweimaraner says:

    Happy Happy Birthday to your grampy! I hope he has a wonderful day…I like that he is a virgo like me… my barday is on wednesday :o)

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Aw, that’s so sweet, thank you. Yes, another Virgo, and mine is next Wednesday! <3

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Thank you so much! It’s been a great visit with loads of ear scratches and bunny sightings. 😉

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  14. Marty the Manx – I am a handsome Tortie Manx mix. I live with my brother Ralphie a Grey Tabby whom mom calls her "Grey Man". We also share our house with Mazie the big Yellow Lab, Abbe, Anne and Bree who are Chinese Crested Powder Puffs. We all live with our mom in Iowa in the United States.
    Marty the Manx says:

    OMC there was a FLAT Sam! Tell your Gramps happy Birthday from Mom and Me please! No one here can catch those darn bunnies either! Have a wonderful time with your G-Parents!
    Luvs
    Marty and Mom

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  15. Hi Y’all!

    You’ve got to keep a close eye on the Humans least they get up to some kind of mischief! As for grandparents…so glad you have some. It must be nice to have a fun place to visit with extra hands to give you lovin’ and treats!

    Y’all come on by,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Loads of treats and attention. Doesn’t get much better than that! <3

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  16. Kismet – New River, Arizona. – I'm a 16 year old Indian Ringneck parrot curmudgeon in New River, Arizona in the wild west country. If you're a sunflower seed, you're dinner.
    Kismet says:

    The peeps won’t let the dogs chase and kill rabbits. That’s OK by me because they won’t let the dogs at me either.

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  17. Yeah, Klaus does more snoozervising in the yard than anything. Lulu, however, would like to know if rabbits are faster than cats and if so how much? 😉

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      OLR? Bwahaha. 😉

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Ours too. Can’t believe how true the expression, “quick like a bunny” really is. 🙂 They have the zoomies behind those fuzzy tails for sure!

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  20. Grandpa was lucky to get such a great visit for his birthday.

    Honey is fascinated with bunnies too. What is it with those things?

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      They’re like furry wind up toys!

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  21. My GBGV Life – Minnesota, USA – I am a GBGV, Grand Basset Griffon Vendeén - enjoying my life and sharing my experiences.
    Emmadog says:

    You’ve got to be sneaky and fast to catch wabbits. I’ve caught over 20 of them easily. I wish I could be there to help you out! Happy birthday to the “big dog”.

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Sam should take lessons from Emma, he’s seriously pathetic when it comes to rabbits and quail catching. 😉

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Good to know but I do ‘try’ to be on my best behavior. 😉

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  23. As always, I wonder where we would all be without the managerial supervision of our pets.

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      That ‘accountability’ thing is something for sure.

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Their favorite…at least today. 😉

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    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      We’re having a ball! ¸¸.•*¨*•*´¨

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  26. noodle4president – I was a discarded, lost little stray without a house or a family...until my mom found me. Now, I am the happiest, most loved dog in the whole world!
    noodle4president says:

    Hi, Sam!!! You look like you did a FABULOUS job snoopervising. I know how you feel about the bunnies. We have them in our yard and I have NEVER been able to catch one. One time, before I lived here, Khia found a baby bunny in the yard and brought Mom and Dad to it so they could see it. She never touched it. Can you believe it?! Wish your grandpa a happy birthday for me! *ear licks* Noodle

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