Welcome to the last Friday in August. Can’t say as we’re sorry to see the calendar roll over to September. Elsa here, along with the House Pony who got spiffed up in anticipation of his first visit to the new Lutheran hospital this morning. I will say he cleans up pretty nicely. Wish them luck.
But now for, how about we join our friends at Adventures of the LLB Gang for their weekly Nature blog hop. Don’t forget to click on the highlighted link to see what others posted this week.
Wilson: Egad…my hairs have been stolen! I was rather tricked into going for a ride but I suppose if I have to get all dolled up to go to hospital, at least Sydney from The Dirty Dog Grooming Salon was there for me. She’s very sweet and understands us sheepdogs. She’s has nearly a dozen sheepdog clients and she makes us all look terrific. My coat is a bit shorter than usual this time but luckily it’ll grow.
Elsa: Well, she better not get any ideas of working on me since I know she does other breeds. Yeah, that’d be a hard no as far as I’m concerned. I can barely tolerate it when Mom grooms me, let alone a stranger and frankly, I don’t care how nice she is. She ain’t getting her clippers anywhere near me!
Wilson: Now, now, Sydney’s wonderful. She very kind and patient. You could do much worse.
Elsa: Bite your tongue!! Well, let’s stop all this grooming talk-it’s giving me the willies and get right to sharing pics from around the neighborhood, shall we?
Wilson: Righto! So you remember a couple of weeks ago when we posted a picture of a bright orange pumpkin in someone’s front garden? Look at it now to see how much it’s grown. I sat nicely in front of it [before my luxurious furs were stolen] to give you some scale as to how big that monster is!
Elsa: Yikes…that thing is as big as your fat head!! And the vine has gone completely bonkers. I think they’re going to have a tough time mowing the grass.
Wilson: It was really something, I wanted to go investigate it more closely but Mum would have none of that. Instead we walked on and came across this cotoneaster shrub. The flowers have bloomed and now the berries are the main event. The birds are going to be in hog heaven this winter. They do look tasty.
Elsa: {Diverting the growling tummy of the House Pony} Maybe there’s a squirrel in there somewhere.
Wilson: {Interrupting} Squirrel?!?! Where…lemme at him!!
Elsa: {eyes rolling} Oh good grief, do I have to explain everything to you? That was just a figure of speech. I don’t think there are any squirrels in that shrub.
Wilson: Well, I’m going back to check it more closely the next time we walk past it, just to be sure. You know how I feel about squirrels.
Elsa: Yes, we all know how you feel about squirrels. Sheesh, give it a rest, dude. Let’s move on, shall we?
Wilson: Fine. Mum was pretty excited about this next photo of a morning glory vine. It had the classic purple, the often seen fuchsia and the palest shade of blush pink, all together. The only thing missing was the cornflower blue version which is Mum’s favorite when it comes to morning glories but we haven’t seen the blue ones this summer. Aren’t these dazzling?
Elsa: As you know, we typically go for our morning walks around dawn so as to avoid the heat which has been relentless still. Lately we’ve have more than a few mornings where sunrise has been very colorful. Just like last week’s post, we were beginning our walk and thus are very enthusiastic, when Mom slams on the brakes to stop and admire the sky. Humans…you can’t begin to figure them out.
Wilson: I hear that, sister. But still, you have to admit, it sure looked smashing.
Elsa: I suppose but for crying out loud, I don’t need a whiplash at 5:30 in the freaking morning!
Wilson: You’re right about that. We’ve got our rhythm going and BAM! we have to break stride to photograph something. I know Mum wants to capture things before they disappear, but it is a bit disorienting.
Elsa: I noticed she found a new lawn statute the other morning.
Wilson: She sure did. I wasn’t sure about what it was exactly and approached cautiously but Mum assured me it was safe and no harm would come to me. I think she called it a peacock.
Elsa: Hmm, meh. Not exactly my cup of tea but you know Mom. So she was talking to her daughter to get an update on the new puppies and she sent pictures of them that we thought we should share because it’s been a while. I can practically smell the puppy breath. My heavens…those little guys sure are growing. Can’t believe they’re six weeks old now. Soon it will be time for them to go off to their new homes. She mentioned they’ve decided to keep this little black guy. Isn’t he cute? I offered to show it some awesome Ninja moves but that offer was resoundingly declined. The brindle fella next to the black guy is reportedly a bit of a stinker. He repeatedly manages to escape the whelping box and go looking to pester his Mama. I think he’s gonna be a handful, but a pretty cute handful, with those white tipped toes.
Wilson: Mum keeps wondering how her daughter manages to get all eight of them to sit for a group photo. Well, technically seven in this photo…as that little stinker brindle pup breaks rank. They had their first outing in the backyard a couple of days ago and had a jolly good time checking out grass, bugs, and all manner of interesting things. You can’t help but smile watching them romp around.
Elsa: Well that’s it from the Ranch. We hope you have a great Labor Day weekend and are able to enjoy getting out and seeing what Nature has to offer in these last weeks of summer.
Wilson: I heard we’re going to see our Grandpa to celebrate his 94th birthday. Baby Halia will be there to wish him many happy returns so he’ll be on Cloud 9 again. Can’t wait to see him and maybe I’ll get to meet the donkeys while we’re there. We hope you have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend. Cheers.
Live, love, bark! 🐾
Charlee: “Wow, they sure did steal a lot of your furs, Wilson! Our Dada says the hospital must have some kind of dress code.”
Java Bean: “Ayyy, wait, did somebody say something about a squirrel?”
Lulu: “Look at all those adorable puppies! I would love to meet them and do a little of my mother-dog routine. I haven’t had to practice that since Oona was little.”
Oona: “Oona is still little! Or at least, smol. Oona thinks you were an excellent mother-dog, by the way, Lulu.”
Lulu: “Aww, thanks, Smol Oona.”
Chaplin: “Shhh! Don’t compliment the dogs! It goes straight to their heads and then down to their tails.”
Thanks. Wilson’s fur theft was a bit extreme but it’ll grow quickly. And he says Bean can help him catch squirrels any ole time.
Wilson, is that really you in that first picture. Me and Mommy had to keep going back and looking closer. And she said if those were all schnauzer puppies she would be on the next flight out to wherever they are! Elsa, did you say there’s a squirrel in there? Wait, I’m on my way! XOX Xena
Wilson: Yes, Xena…that really is me. Rest assured I have contacted the local constabulary and reported the hair theft.
The Mom: The puppies are in the Houston area-they are pretty cute but goodness gracious, they will be getting ginormous. The sire is well over 6 ft. tall when he stands on his hind legs and weighs nearly 150 lbs.
Elsa: Nah, no squirrels-I just like to rile up the House Pony. Save the airfare. I;ll let you know when there are squirrels. And bunnies. 😊
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Awww…puppies! So cute! Nice haircut Wilson. Love the morning glories. I used to have them at my last house. Sigh.
Thanks. We figured everyone could use a puppy sighting. Morning glories are so fuss free-our Mom really likes them and thinks she’s found the perfect spot to throw out a package of seeds next spring.
You look so smart and handsome, Wilson. I hope you did your mom and Elsa proud! the sunrise is beautiful! The cotoneaster is looking great. We don’t have many berries on ours yet, but don’t go looking for squirrels in there. If it is anything like ours it is full of thorns! The puppies of course are so cute!
Thanks for the kind comment. Wilson had a good outing for the first time and we’ll have a better sense today when he goes back for Round 2. We hope it’s as positive. One of our readers mentioned that cotoneaster berries are toxic to pets which Mom wasn’t aware. She checked that shrub again this morning on our walk-good thing there are some other bushes separating it from the main garden in case there are pets living there. Whew-luckily they are elevated and not likely to be noshed on by passing by pooches. Have a good weekend!
The pumpkin means fall is definitely on the way, yay! Your furs look positively smashing! We don’t enjoy the spa, but it is necessary now and then. Mom does her best to groom us at home, but she can only do so much. If we were go choose a puppy, we would take the one causing trouble as that is the kind of personality that is good for the sniffing sports we do. Have a wonderful Labor Day Weekend!
We can’t wait for autumn like temps (hopefully by next week-it will remain toasty through the holiday). Mom has to do grooming sessions for Elsa because of her epilepsy and she can stretch them out over days if necessary. And then there are the private areas that need attention in between baths/grooms. She’s seriously considering getting a grooming table so it’s not quite so backbreaking. We’ve found trouble making puppies make for such fun, wonderful adventures. Those IW’s should be more than accommodating in that regard. We hope your Labor Day weekend is pawsome.
That is a gorgeous and huge pumpkin!!
And Wilson you look great in your new ‘hairdo’.BOL!! Hope the hospital visit was a success and that you may soon wear the therapy dog scarf!
Have a great weekend, and a wonderful visit with Grandpa! Happy Birthday to him…from us woofies!
Thanks-it’s definitely gonna make mowing the grass pretty interesting. LOL Wilson’s hair grows pretty fast which is good. He looks a bit like a peeled onion right now. Luckily everyone who met him yesterday didn’t mind (although more than one person thought he looked like a golden doodle 😲) We’ll have a fun time at Grandpa’s birthday party-thanks for the birthday wishes. Enjoy your weekend-hopefully you won’t have to work and can enjoy a nice relaxing holiday weekend.
The puppies are very cute and so are Wilson and Elsa of course. Beautiful photos. Cotoneaster berries are poisonous to dogs right?
Thanks Thomas. You’re absolutely correct…I wasn’t aware before but checked and cotoneaster berries are poisonous for dogs. Thanks for letting me know.
Wilson, your photo reminds me of human kids’ first day of school pix. All spiffy and raring to go!
Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 💕
😊 All he needs is a backpack! Hope your holiday weekend is ‘furbulous.’
Beautiful photos- that is an impressive pumpkin vine. Have a nice weekend. XO
Thanks, I think it’s going to be a challenge mowing the lawn 😉 Have a lovely and safe holiday weekend.
Look forward to hearing about how Wilson’s first volunteering job goes (I’m sure it will be a success!).
Thanks, Lisa. He did well and we’re both quite knackered. 😍
Glad to hear it!
Sunrises and puppies, who could ask for anything more? Okay, the more is the less on Wilson’s head, and I must say, he looks even more handsome, which is saying lots.
Many thanks, Marc. Puppies pretty much trump everything and a gorgeous sunrise ain’t a bad second place. The handsome one did well today and brought a lot of joy to folks. It felt good being back.
I love it mama.
I loved the sunrise photo, Monika. My goodness those puppies are cute. I also wonder how they are all together for a photo. Morning glories are among my favorite. I like Wilson’s look. He has a distinguished air about him. I hope you have a wonderful Labor Day weekend.
Thanks, John. As you might expect, the local news channels are saying it’s a sign that God is a Bronco fan. 😈 I’m sure he/she will change allegiance soon. LOL Have a safe holiday weekend.
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You are going to be such a joy to those you visit Wilson!
Such a lovely bunch of photos today…and those puppies..SQUEE!
Thanks. Aren’t they just adorable? You can practically smell the puppy breath.
Puppies! We need more puppy spam!
And happy birthday to your Grandpa!
Puppy spam…love it! Thanks so much for making me smile (and for the nice birthday wishes).
Man, do you look clean, Wilson, even cleaner than me (Stippie)😸Elsa, the puppies are so awwdorable, we would have taken them all, as we can’t hardly chose for one. Great walkies and pictures again and hope you had a great first volunteer day at the Lutheran Hospital. Double Pawkisses for a Happy Weekend and Happy Birthday to your granddad🐾😽💞
Thanks so much, Stippie and Peachy. You’re too kind. We agree, it would be hard to chose just one. 😉
Wilson you look so handsome and I’m PAWsitive you’ll be a big hit at the hospital! The pumpkin and flowers are all fab but those puppies – oh my – they are the CUTEST……can’t wait to hear about your first day at Lutheran Wilson – You’re gonna be a celeb!
Hugs, Teddy (and Mom Pam)
Mom’s daughter said she’d keep them all if she could. We think she probably might want to rethink that. She can barely keep up with the two parents! Have a swell ‘howliday’ weekend.
So many good things to show and report!
Aww, thanks, Helen. You always say the nicest things to make us smile. Enjoy your weekend.
You do look so handsome and spiffy and I know your visit will go wonderfully! Dang, those we pups are so adorable!
Thanks, Terry. You’re too kind. Yes, those puppies are pretty cute…but boy I get exhausted just looking at them! Have a great weekend.
Yay! Wilson starts Pet Therapy Training! Yipee!
Thanks. I hope he is able to comport himself well. I’m a little anxious about the elevator but plan to bring a bunch of treats to help him overcome any concerns. 🤞🏼
Oh, Wilson, you made our hearts go all fluttery with your new handsomeness … we wish you all the best when you visit at the hospital! As usual, your Mom’s walkabout photos are breathtaking … and of course, it’ll be happy dance time at Grandpa’s party, have fun!
Thanks so much, Ann. We’re hoping it goes well and he enjoys bringing smiles. I just hope he doesn’t flip out on the elevator. 😉 Have a super ‘howliday’ weekend.
Good luck at the hospital. I know you’ll both be fabulous and they will love Wilson!
Thanks for the vote of confidence, Debra. I hope it all goes well for him, especially on the elevator. 😉 Enjoy your weekend.
We’ll be waiting for the report!
{Gulp} No pressure…but it’ll be nice to see our old friends again and, hopefully make some new ones. 🤞🏼
ha the brindle guy would be the pawfect companion for our dad… he loves this breed and he gets leaky eyes when he meets one of that big guys…
They are really something to watch galloping. Would love to see Mark in the middle of this gang of hoodlums! Happy weekend.