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<title>Life with the Dugans</title>
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<description>Dogster diary for the dog Joey</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by Joey &amp; Dogster</copyright>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 17:23:41 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>Breaking the cycle!</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:32:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm so happy! I'm happy and playful! EXTRA playful! Wanna know why I'm playful? Because WE'RE NOT MO ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm so happy! I'm happy and playful! EXTRA playful! Wanna know why I'm playful? Because WE'RE NOT MOVING! 

Right about this time, the two year mark, we MOVE! EVERYTHING goes in boxes, there's a lot of confusion and stress and what's-going-on-ness, THEN we end up taking some LOOOONG trip in the car! 

THEN there's a new place to explore! A new house! A new yard! New neighbors and smells and sounds and neighborhood dogs! 

It's all quite energy expending! 

I'm happy because we know this house. We know our routines and walks and smells and everything! 

I'm very comfy here. I like our yard! I love the bed! I like everything about everything! Except when Buddha or Frank bug me. I don't like that. 

But I'm comfy! And playing more! No more relocation! THIS is HOME! What a relief!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hiking!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/811982</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:31:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got to go HIKING with my Mama and Papa and it was JUST AND ONLY US!!! I was IT! Sooooper special a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got to go HIKING with my Mama and Papa and it was JUST AND ONLY US!!! I was IT! Sooooper special and I got to run the show! 

It was so fun! I was a little preoccupied with Mama when she wasn't holding my leash, but once we were together again I was leading the way! 

I don't like other dogs near my pawrents, though! Other dogs would come through all off-leash and willy nilly, and I was on the alert! Oh no no no, mister stranger doggie! You will not just stroll up to me!! 

Mama pulled me aside and kept me at a low simmer. She said I did pretty good regardless. I am not a fan of other dogs! GRRRRRR! Not rude ones, anyway!!! 

I am SPECIAL and will enjoy smelling this adventure on my feetsies for days to come!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Barkday!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/810162</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:28:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday was MY BARKDAY! 

I was SOOOOOO busy being IMPORTANT and GOOD and SPECIAL that I didn't  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday was MY BARKDAY! 

I was SOOOOOO busy being IMPORTANT and GOOD and SPECIAL that I didn't even get to the compooter! 

I got SARDINES in my food! Well, we all did. But I got MORE than the boys! 

I got EXTRA CARDBOARD! And just the kind I like! 

I got TREATS!!!! 

And I got NEW TOYS!!! 

Now I am SIX YEARS YOUNG! I'm a big girl! Mama says I'm almost old enough to retire! 

Maybe next year!!! 

Thanks to my pals for my barkday wishes! That makes me feel even MORE special!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>DOG of the DAY!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/807951</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 Dec 2012 07:11:46 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh. My. Dog! I am THEEEEE DOG OF THEEEE DAY!!!! 

I am SO relieved my profile pic is flattering!!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh. My. Dog! I am THEEEEE DOG OF THEEEE DAY!!!! 

I am SO relieved my profile pic is flattering!! 

I don't think this has ever happened before!!!! EVER!! 

I'd like to thank my dog pawrents for giving me the tools I have for life. And for my pretty smile!! 

I'd like to thank my hooman pawrents for being so easy to train & taking me on lots of walks. Low stress is SOOOO important to health & happiness!!  

I'd like to thank the BIG Dogster in the sky for picking little 'ol ME!!! 

Thank you thank you thank you MOSTEST to my Dogster pals, who make this patch of Dogster land fun and kind and exciting!! It makes us come back to it again and again.

Today, I will be the QUEEN!! Which is kinda normal, but TODAY I will BAT MY EYES MORE!! In a way that coy royalty would!!!  

Today I get special treatment. Or, I SHOULD! Oh wait, Mama assures me I will. Did I mention how easy the hoomans are to train? I'm a lucky dog! Life is good!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bath day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/806584</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:11:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Bath day was today! I thought maybe I had gotten out of it. I'm a white clean nice girl. I heard Mam ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bath day was today! I thought maybe I had gotten out of it. I'm a white clean nice girl. I heard Mama and Daddy saying maybe they'd only wash the Buddha because HE smelled like POOP. 

USUALLY we do baths ME first, FRANK second, BUDDHA last. They say it's hardest to easiest. 

So they did BUDDHA FIRST. I thought - I'm off the hook!!! But THEN they got the BRIGHT idea to wash ALL of us! Frank was second. Then Daddy came and picked me up. DRAT!!! 

I was placed in the bath and it began. This time the door was open and Frank came in a few times and sniffed me and let me know he did it too and LOOK! He's still alive! I said, "BUT I'M NOT YOU!" 

Mama and Daddy were going on about how it was easier to give baths from EASIEST TO HARDEST. 

WHY AM I THE HARDEST??? I'm like a DOG-CAT! I don't like water! So what??? Mama says my coat is THICK and that's why I'm hard. Hmph.

I was a little sad. I was WET! And getting scrubbed! That was kinda nice. But only for a second. I made high pitched whiney sounds.

THEN I was FAMISHED!!!! That bath made me HUNGRY!!!! We got dinner a little early! 

Mama turned on the bed heater JUST FOR ME. But I didn't use it. But I appreciated it! 

I'm all dry and fluffy now. Like a spring chicken!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Health and love and happiness!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/805028</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:54:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm almost all the way better! Mama and Daddy know that because I'm jumping on them when they get ho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm almost all the way better! Mama and Daddy know that because I'm jumping on them when they get home again! WEEEEEE! 

Yesterday I went to the vet and had a LITTLE temperature but my blood work looked BETTER than it did Friday! I'm getting BETTER! 

Mama tried all these different things for me to eat. I had lost TEN POUNDS! She found it - COTTAGE CHEESE IS HEALING FOOD!!!! YUM! 

Mama said that is OKAY because I have makin' up to do! Nom nom nom! 

Today we walked and played ball and I ate ALL my food BOTH TIMES! 

I love my pawrents. They are so nice to me when I'm sick! I sure am happy to be getting back to my old self! 

Mama was afraid this was IT! Silly Mama!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Diary pick today!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/804690</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012 06:03:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh My Dog I am a diary pick today! Whoah! I'm awful glad I'm feeling better! That means I'm perkier  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh My Dog I am a diary pick today! Whoah! I'm awful glad I'm feeling better! That means I'm perkier and prettier for my public! BOLBOLBOL!!! 

I am feeling better than I was! Mama says it might take a few days to feel ALL the way better. I want to play, I want to go on walks, and I'm eating most of the time! 

Except I don't want that weird dog food the vet gave us. It's weird and gross. I'll stick with the good stuff! I even ate most my food this morning! 

Daddy says I'm the BEST dog to pill EVER!!!! Well, I am above average! 

So far I have not given my sickness to my brofurs. Call me greedy..... :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bein' sick</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/804521</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Nov 2012 20:23:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Bein' sick isn't much fun!! Boo!

I went to the dogtor today and I had a temperature of 104!! My X ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bein' sick isn't much fun!! Boo!

I went to the dogtor today and I had a temperature of 104!! My X-rays looked okay except maybe a LITTLE inflammation in my gut. My labs were good except for low white blood cells. 

The dogtor said somethin' viral was goin' round and she thought it was that. I got antibiotics and nausea medicine. I go back Monday for a check up. 

I ate dinner tonight, too. Special food nice to my tummy! 

I'm feelin' generous, too. Should I give it to my brofurs????]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm not hungry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/804347</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Nov 2012 06:50:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm not hungry. I wasn't hungry last night. I didn't eat dinner last night, and I didn't come down f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm not hungry. I wasn't hungry last night. I didn't eat dinner last night, and I didn't come down for breakfast this morning. 

Mama says when dogs don't eat something is WRONG! I did get a bone about a week ago. Are my insides stopped up? I've been throwing up a little bit of juice and grass. :( 

Mama says she's calling the dogtor SUPER SOON! And she's making me rice and says she'll make me boiled chicken. Hmmm! That could be good if I feel better! 

I don't wanna do nothin. No eat. No drink. No walk. No play. 

How unlike me!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>All by myyyyyseeeeeellffff</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/803949</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Nov 2012 16:03:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mommy and Daddy went on a vacation! For almost two weeks! They got the boys out of my hair (thank yo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mommy and Daddy went on a vacation! For almost two weeks! They got the boys out of my hair (thank you Mommy and Daddy!) and Uncle Seth took care of me! They all said it was because I'm most like a cat, and he's a cat person! BOL! 

We went on walks EVFURRY DAY to new and different and interesting places! He pet me a lot and tucked me in at night! It was nice having my own personal person, but it was kinda weird too. 

Then I was locked in the bedroom and I heard a STRANGER with Frank and Buddha! The boys came home! Yay! I guess.... 

One night the front door jiggled and unlocked and TWO PEOPLE WITH BAGS CAME IN! I was scared! I thought, WHO IS THAT? I cowered in front of them. If my pawrents and my brofurs aren't here to protect, what use is barking???? 

Then I heard Mama! And I smelled them! MAMA AND DADDY CAME HOME! JUST FOR ME!!! MEEEEEEEE!!

We had a happy happy reunion! I love my pawrents! And I even missed my brothers! Especially Frankie...... 

We are reunited! I'm so happy, I'll BARK!!!! And SMILE! And WAG!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>WHAT is going ON???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/793232</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Aug 2012 16:36:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My pawrents are WEIRDO CRAZY!!! FYI! 

They decided I needed SHORTER TOENAILS. 

What kind of CR ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My pawrents are WEIRDO CRAZY!!! FYI! 

They decided I needed SHORTER TOENAILS. 

What kind of CRAZY pawrent does that??? SOOO random! 

Anywhoo, I utilized my fast and slick moves to get out of their grips! I won't be caught that easy! 

THEN..... 
Do you know what they did???? 

They put ME, AND THEM! ALL THREE OF US! In Frank's big crate! And LOCKED us in! 

I must admit, I did feel better in there. Got my toes did and we were all done! 

It seemed so wrong at first, but I have to give them credit for thinking of that! They must get their smarts from me!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a REAL dog! A GOOD dog!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/781060</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 May 2012 14:51:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday I got to be like a REAL dog!!! ALL DAY Mama and her brofur were digging a BIG HOLE in the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday I got to be like a REAL dog!!! ALL DAY Mama and her brofur were digging a BIG HOLE in the yard. They (obviously) needed protection, so I got to come outside with them and make sure they were safe!! 

It was FANTASTIC! 

I was on a LONG LONG LONG leash on a tree! I could go almost anywhere! AND - the best part? There was GRASS!!! GREEN, LUSCIOUS, SOFT, SPRINGY, COOL AMAZING GRASS!!! 

We don't have grass in the back yard! 

I sniffed and rolled around and laid and enjoyed it! 

Any time another person or dog came within view I quietly let my peeps know with a low growl. Mama thanked me! Then I'd just keep an eye on the strangers until they left! 

By the end of the day I was SO TIRED! I was falling asleep in the REAL GRASS! 

Can we get real grass in the back yard? Please? It's NEAT!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bath time!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/774952</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:50:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh my gosh we ALL got baths yesterday!!! HOLY MOLY! 

It has been a LONG LONG LONG LONG time!

I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my gosh we ALL got baths yesterday!!! HOLY MOLY! 

It has been a LONG LONG LONG LONG time!

I had started taking dust baths in the back yard, rolling around in the dirt in order to refresh myself! 

But Daddy, oh Daddy, he picked me up and CARRIED me to the bath tub! There wasn't much dirt until he used the soap, then MUD ABOUND! 

I wasn't too happy about this bathing thing, but everyone wants to touch me now! They pet me and give me compliments way more often! 

I like that!! 

Fluffy like a spring chicken!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Slip slidin' away....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/769751</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:24:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm slipping more on my back two legs! 

Mama is SO distraught! Daddy bought joint supplements for ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm slipping more on my back two legs! 

Mama is SO distraught! Daddy bought joint supplements for me and Frank and Buddha too! 

Daddy ALSO got us CARPET!!! Carpets we can lay down in high traffic areas mean TRACTION!!! 

We had TRACTION PARTIES for DAYS!!!! Traction is FUN! We can play HARDER and FASTER and MORE with TRACTION! 

We like traction!!! Traction is SO helpful!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Five is old!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/761475</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:07:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Is it? Is five years old, OLD??? 

Today I slipped and stumbled on the bottom stair and Mama THREW ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Is it? Is five years old, OLD??? 

Today I slipped and stumbled on the bottom stair and Mama THREW A FIT! She said I'm starting to CIRCLE THE DRAIN! 

She told Uncle Seth NO MORE RUNNING for me! I'm on light duty! THEN she told Daddy we're switching back to feeding raw! 

Mama says big dogs and pure dogs die sooner, and for that she is very sad! Is five like, eighty? Was it a fluke? Did I just pull a muscle? 

Oh, Mama. She's such a nut! How about we hang out in the bed and you can pet me? Okay? Okay!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I went to the VET!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/759093</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 Jan 2012 19:23:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Daddy took me to the VET this morning!!! OMD! Good thing he was there, because I was NERVOUS!

Fir ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy took me to the VET this morning!!! OMD! Good thing he was there, because I was NERVOUS!

First, I weighed 77 pounds - the vet said that was PERFECTO! Yeah, that's right! Perfect! 

THEN it was time to get SHOTS and my EXAM. They feel you all over! And poke you! OW! 

Daddy held me the whole time! I was SHAKING LIKE A LEAF in big strong winds! But I trusted Daddy and let them poke and prod! 

THEN the nice vet looked at my TEETH! She said that for my breed and for my age they look pretty good! 

I'm in good shape! 

When I got home I was full of energy and was a little snappy toward Buddha, but it wasn't long before I calmed down. 

Whew! That was exciting!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>HOPPY NEW YEAR!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/757803</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Jan 2012 17:34:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hoppy hoppy new year efurryone! 

We are SO HAPPY to bring in the new year with DADDY-O!!!

HE C ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hoppy hoppy new year efurryone! 

We are SO HAPPY to bring in the new year with DADDY-O!!!

HE CAME HOME! He was ACROSS THE WORLD doing VERY IMPORTANT STUFF! 

We're SO HAPPY he's home!!!! 

First thing he did was fix my computer! Oh, how I missed dog blogs! Blogging and reading both! 

We've been in 'survival mode' for the past several months! 

EAT. 
SLEEP.
WORK.
KEEP THE BOYS IN LINE.
WALK.

Repeat. 

NOW with DADDY HOME we can PLAY MORE!!!!! WOOF WOOF!!! 

It might take awhile to catch up, but we'll DO IT! Onward and forward! Yay for 2012!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New routine!</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 3 Aug 2011 18:55:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have a new routine! I really like it! 

In the mornings I walk with Mama and Buddha a mile, then ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a new routine! I really like it! 

In the mornings I walk with Mama and Buddha a mile, then I walk with Mama and Frankie for 2-3 miles! That makes for a VERY HAPPY JOEY! 

We do the same thing in the evenings too!! It's GRRRREAT! 

My Uncle Seth has come to stay with us and he has a CAT but she's away from us by a door. Sure smells interesting though! 

I like Uncle Seth! I was really missing Daddy and thought what we needed around here was a little more testosterone! More men! 

Now that the ratio of boys to girls is 3:2 again, I'm happy! Uncle Seth is interesting and he gives me treats sometimes!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>WHERE is FRANKIE???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/729926</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:18:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What did Mama do with him???  

Yesterday they left and came home smelling like medicine. EW! They ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What did Mama do with him???  

Yesterday they left and came home smelling like medicine. EW! They also brought us treats! 

Good Mommy! Good Frankie! 

TODAY Mama left with him and then CAME HOME ALONE! 

WHERE is FRANKIE??? 

Mama says he's gone to a better place. 

WHAT?!?!?! A BETTER PLACE???? 

Mama says don't panic. He'll be home tonight. 

She is 'opening his world'. He went to doggie daycare to meet furrends and get stimulation! 

Really? 

What will he smell like when he gets home? 

I feel better now. Frankie is having fun. Naptime!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Words of wisdom</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/729330</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:49:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/729330</guid>
		<description>Did you pups know that instead of going outside to poopie and pee when the dog sitter comes, you can ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Did you pups know that instead of going outside to poopie and pee when the dog sitter comes, you can just GO IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME?

EVEN DOWNSTAIRS, WHERE IT'S COOLER!!! 

It's amazing! I feel like a newborn puppy for not realizing it sooner! Silly me! 

Why go out in the heat? That's no good, we're wearing fur coats! 

Evefurryone, know it! Do it! Embody the spirit of control and comfort! Go potty IN THE HOUSE, far away from your bedroom so you don't have to smell it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Large and in charge!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/727541</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 Jul 2011 16:03:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/727541</guid>
		<description>I'm the boss! Since Daddy's gone for a while I have to work harder at keeping things in order around ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm the boss! Since Daddy's gone for a while I have to work harder at keeping things in order around here! I must keep a VERY close eye AND short leash on Buddha - he's the only one of the two boys who listens to me! 

That way if Buddha is too excited, I'll set him straight. Don't get too excited! If Frank gets too excited, I set Buddha straight. Don't let him get you excited, Buddha! 

Frank WON'T listen to me! I TRY to tell him, but he puts on that 'dummy' face and then sits on me! 

Frank is the master of denial! Ignorance is bliss! I think he's coming around with age, but he's got a long way to go! 

Until then, I have everything under control! Mama thinks I'm a little harsh sometimes, but I know what I'm doing! I know what these boys need to keep them out of trouble! I was a puppy once too, and had little brothers!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a goddess!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/727328</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Jul 2011 18:40:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/727328</guid>
		<description>I'm a goddess!

I knew it, Mama knew it, we all really knew it, but today I PROVED IT! 

Ya know ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a goddess!

I knew it, Mama knew it, we all really knew it, but today I PROVED IT! 

Ya know HOW?! 

I WALKED ON WATER! 

Well, I scampered across the solar cover of the pool this afternoon! Scamper scamper scamper! 

I didn't even get very wet! Just, you know, the bottom of me and my tail! 

Mama was of course outside supervising and saw the end of it. She said I can thank Daddy for getting a fancy solar cover that is thick! But the ONLY way I was able to do that was because I'M A GODDESS! 

Please send treats, small squeaky toys, and any other tithes to my manager, Mama. Thanks! 

(Mama says goddesses need baths. HAH! How could you THINK that?!)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mama Undercover!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/724795</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 9 Jun 2011 09:14:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/724795</guid>
		<description>Do you know what my Mama did today? First she took me to the grocery and I guarded the car while she ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Do you know what my Mama did today? First she took me to the grocery and I guarded the car while she got EGGS and CHEESE! Nom!! 

THEN I got to go to the vet with Frank! For moral support, you know. He had to get his heartworm test! He's a real freak at the vet and Mama said I could come too if I acted normal. 

THEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN, we were at a GROOMERS!!! WTD?? I thought I was along for moral support!!! What is this?!?! 

I had to get my NAILS TRIMMED?! I said, "NO WAY, LADY!!" Mama had to break the 'rules' and come in the back with me. I'm THAT MUCH of a Mama's girl! She held me tight and I was on a table with a strap CHOKING me. It was only for a second though. 

Oh! My toes DO feel better! Whew! That was unexpected! 

Can I ever trust Mama again?!?!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>STRANGERS!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/723986</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Jun 2011 21:07:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/723986</guid>
		<description>STRANGERS! Coming into our house!! WHA?!?!?!?

Does this happen to any of YOU??? 

WHAT DO YOU D ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ STRANGERS! Coming into our house!! WHA?!?!?!?

Does this happen to any of YOU??? 

WHAT DO YOU DO?!?!? 

I mean, these ladies came over and met us, and I let them pet me and everything, but I didn't realize they would come over when MAMA AND DADDY WEREN'T HOME!!! 

O.M.D!!!!! 

Well, I did have to potty, so I went outside with Frank and we frolicked in the yard for a good while. It was nice to get out and stretch our legs! 

THEN it was time to come inside. You know, the INSIDE is our SAFE PLACE! What was that LADY doing INSIDE?!?! 

Since I'm the PACK LEADER around here, I decided to DEFEND!!! 

WOOF! WOOF! WOOF! 

Buddha did a good job of following my lead. Frank didn't understand why we were being mean to the nice lady! 

THEN she BRIBED us! With PIG FEET!

Well, I CAN be bought! Nom nom! 

The lady left Buddha uncrated when she left, but I kept him in line! He got the message and got in his crate anyway! 

I'm the keeper of this house! I rule the roost! 

What was that lady, anyway???? I like to go outside, but, um, it's WEIRD!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Talking in pictures!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/719224</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:12:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/719224</guid>
		<description>I got to talk to Mama and Daddy through a medium last weekend! 

I told her I could talk, but I wa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got to talk to Mama and Daddy through a medium last weekend! 

I told her I could talk, but I was on duty! Being the protector of the house is NO JOKE! 

I don't need a lot of stuff, like attention. I'm busy, working! Making sure things are good and secure around here! 

I don't like things moving. It taxes me because I have to shift my awareness! Why did that MOVE?? Mama says this explains how I hoard toys and put them in certain places. That way I know where they are! 

I knew Ulli was sick for a long time before anyone else did, but that's a no brainer. 

I take care of business stuff so Mama and Daddy can tend to these silly boys! I am happy Buddha is here and I get onto him because I know Frank won't listen! I can tell when they get a LITTLE  TOO excited! 

I visit with Ulli a lot, she comes to see me and we're sisters, not by blood but by spirit! It's great! It makes me not miss her as much. She rolls her eyes with me at Frank's antics! BOL! 

I try to talk to Frank, but he's really wrapped up in his own world! One day he'll simmer down! 

Whew! That was COOL!! I feel like Mama and Daddy understand me more! And I understand them more too! We're a happy family!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Squirrel Updates...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/718211</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 07:51:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/718211</guid>
		<description>No squirrel today. 

I wonder if he took a vacation after the incident? Or had to go to the squirr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ No squirrel today. 

I wonder if he took a vacation after the incident? Or had to go to the squirrel urgent care? Or maybe he's just staying with family while he recovers emotionally. 

We keep looking, I have a feeling he, or another unsuspecting squirrel, will be back! 

If we wish it, it will come! SQUIRREL! SQUIRREL! SQUIRREL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hunting!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/717950</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:45:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/717950</guid>
		<description>We all have our own hunting methods. They're as different as personalities! 

I am a patient, quie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We all have our own hunting methods. They're as different as personalities! 

I am a patient, quiet hunter. I am the White American Shepherd. We know how to hunt, like professional style. I try to tell the boys this, but they get so excited they can't contain themselves. 

I can sit and watch and wait for HOURS. HOURS. 

Buddha is also patient and still, but he'll get caught up in the moment and whine and cry like a little baby! SHHH! You're giving away your position! Then he'll be quiet and still again, stealthily following squirrel movements with me!

Frank, oh Frankie-poo. He wants to play with that squirrel. He wants to talk to it and play tag. Oh, sweet Frank. He barks and yells and talks and jumps. THAT isn't going to get you anywhere, Frank! Unless you're trying to make furrends! 

BUDDHA GOT THE SQUIRREL! How did THAT happen?!?! That squirrel obviously does NOT make very good decisions! 

Then we had to go inside. Frank and I played SQUIRREL! I got to be the squirrel and laughed and taunted Frankie, like the squirrel had done to us ALL DAY TODAY! 

It was FUN!! Let's eat, I've worked up an appetite!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Boys will be boys</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/717546</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Apr 2011 06:58:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/717546</guid>
		<description>Am I the ONLY calm, mature female dog in this house? 

Oh wait, I am! That question was really for ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Am I the ONLY calm, mature female dog in this house? 

Oh wait, I am! That question was really for effect, but now I realize the harsh truth. 

These boy dogs just wanna play play play! Play and tumble and nibble and they want everything I have! Sheesh! They wear me out!

I just wanted to take a nap in the sunshine! 

Boys boys boys. All young and frisky! They want to play play play! 

I'm going to try to retreat to my comfy Mama bed for a morning nap, wish me luck!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a princess!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/714536</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Mar 2011 07:16:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/714536</guid>
		<description>I'm ALWAYS a princess, but now I'm a clean one! 

I REALLY REALLY REALLY didn't want a bath. 

D ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm ALWAYS a princess, but now I'm a clean one! 

I REALLY REALLY REALLY didn't want a bath. 

Daddy carried me in the bathroom and I did this move I saw on TV - I stuck out my bottom legs and caught the door frame with my feet! It's a cat maneuver, but I was desperate! 

Because I'm white I get washed TWICE. Oh, dog help me. Mama sung to me and I sung with her. 

Luckily it was over kinda fast and we were DONE! 

This morning I feel like a queen! Royalty! I got brushed and I'm so soft and lovely, I'm even walking more like my royal self! Oh, it's been so long! 

Mama says if I roll in the dirt today she's gonna... oh, I can't tell, but it's bad! No rolling in dirt for me! Okay Mama, I'll try to remember! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Doggie PINKEYE!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/713609</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 3 Mar 2011 22:04:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/713609</guid>
		<description>I have doggie pinkeye!! 

Mama noticed I was a little squinty. I told her it was 'talk like a pira ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have doggie pinkeye!! 

Mama noticed I was a little squinty. I told her it was 'talk like a pirate' day and my pirate accent is awful! So I needed me an eye patch to look like a pirate instead! 

I got a first class trip to the dogtor! She put this cool glowy stuff in my eyes and said doggie pinkeye is the rage around here! Everyone's got it! No surprise, my paw is on the pulse of the trend! 

The dogtor said I was the (are you ready for this?) MOST POLITE dog she's EVER met!! That's the way I take treats, anyway. Mama said that was a BIG BIG compliment, because she sees dogs all day long for her job!! 

I'm a delicate flower. 

This doggie pinkeye thing is SOOPER contagious! You don't even have to have eye-to-eye contact to catch it! A dog can sniff a plant, leave some goop, I sniff a plant, and POOF!! I have pinkeye! 

Frank and Buddha are already exposed. Too late, suckers!! Mama noticed Frank had some bigger eye boogers, but nothing that looked like infection! 

You know, I think what would help would be those eyedrops and MORE TUNA with our food. Vitamins! Protein! Good for healing! The immune system! I NEED SEAFOOD!!! 

(Think they'll buy it?)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Have you ever played BALL???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/709580</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Feb 2011 08:42:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/709580</guid>
		<description>Guess what Frank taught me? He taught me how to play ball! The ball is like a little yellow round sq ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what Frank taught me? He taught me how to play ball! The ball is like a little yellow round squirrel, bouncing away from me! 

I've started chasing after it! I bat it with my feet, like a cat! Yeah, I have cat-like reflexes. 

The funny part is that for the past two years I've been SCARED STIFF of the ball! Balls start moving and I run away! Eeeeee! 

When the ball comes at me I squeeze my eyes closed and open and close my mouth! When I hear it has landed I peek and go after it! 

I've learned that it's VERY FUNNY if I get close to Mama holding the ball, but run away from her! I'm sneaky like that! I don't fetch, but I like chasing the little round yellow bouncy squirrels!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I got my Frankie back!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708817</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 17:00:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708817</guid>
		<description>Frank came home! He looked WEIRD! He was wearin' a weird thing around his neck, and his eyes are REA ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Frank came home! He looked WEIRD! He was wearin' a weird thing around his neck, and his eyes are REALLY DROOPY! Like, REALLY! He's sleepy! 

I was very careful and sniffed all over. Mmm-hmmm, mmm-hmmm, oh! The vet... Mmmm-hmmmm... 

Oh Frank! You've been through so much! 

We all sat in front of his crate for hours when he got home, making sure he was breathin' and so he knew we were RIGHT HERE.

Frank is gonna need some TLC! Does this mean we get treats too? When do the treats start? Tomorrow maybe? Maybe? Maybe... yes?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Where's Frankie?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708768</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:34:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708768</guid>
		<description>Where did Frankie go? 

Mama and a sleepy Frankie (I think he was DRUGGED!!) left this morning, an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Where did Frankie go? 

Mama and a sleepy Frankie (I think he was DRUGGED!!) left this morning, and Mama came back ALONE! 

Where is Frankie? What did you do with him? Did you get him put down? Did you give him to the ZOO??? Is he having fun without us? 

I'll pace the house and sniff sniff everything to see if I can find CLUES. 

Mama says he'll be home in a few short hours. What is he DOING? Where is he? Is he okay? This makes me a wee bit nervous!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Treats are comin', do-dah, do-dah!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708679</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:54:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708679</guid>
		<description>Frank is getting all manly on us! It's weird! He's playing harder and even trying to take Buddha's s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Frank is getting all manly on us! It's weird! He's playing harder and even trying to take Buddha's spot in the pecking order around here! I kind of like it, because something about Buddha sometimes makes me nervous. But I'm a nervous girl. 

The good news? Tomorrow we ALL get yummy treats! If one of us has surgery, than EVERYONE gets treaties! NOM NOM NOM!! I'm so excited!!!! Treat time yet? Now? Now? Almost? Now?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Squirrel or cheese?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708590</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:34:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/708590</guid>
		<description>Squirrel or cheese? 

Squirrel or cheese? 

It may seem like a very difficult decision, however  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Squirrel or cheese? 

Squirrel or cheese? 

It may seem like a very difficult decision, however the cheese is USUALLY in the house. The squirrel is only SOMETIMES in the tree. 

I choose squirrel!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Winter Treats!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706946</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:03:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706946</guid>
		<description>There are treats for poopie-eating dogs that are only available in the winter time! 

I think they ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There are treats for poopie-eating dogs that are only available in the winter time! 

I think they should be available year-round, so if Dogster gets up a demand, maybe we can open a market for it! 

First, YELLOW SNOW! Nom nom nom! That is SUCH a GREAT treat! It's a yellow snowcone! 

How fun is THAT? I am overwhelmed with the newness and happiness of it all!

Second, frozen poopie-pops! I've been eating sticks with Frank, and poopie-pops look a lot like sticks from a distance to the Mommy! Not only are they delicious, they are a frozen treat that looks normal! Nom nom nom! 

Maybe if I'm good Mama will freeze some poopie for me in the summer. Oh wait, she just saw that, and she said NO! Maybe frozen bones, frozen cheese, frozen broth, but NOT frozen poopie! Spoil sport!

Oh well, I will enjoy winter as much as possible while I can! Who wants to play outside before Mama picks up poopie? MEEEE!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ZZZZzzzzzzzzz.........</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706889</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 06:11:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706889</guid>
		<description>Daddy has been getting up VERY EARLY for work! 

VERY VERY EARLY!

This morning I laid on Mama's ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy has been getting up VERY EARLY for work! 

VERY VERY EARLY!

This morning I laid on Mama's legs, hoping she would pet me and NOT get up too!! 

She did pet me, SCORE!, but then she said she needed to get up. I laid my head down like I was SOOOO tired, I didn't hear! Let's sleep! 

Look! I'm already sleeping! You wouldn't want to WAKE me, would you? Oh, that would be SOOOOO RUDE!

She even touched my FOOT! Like to make me squeamish! It didn't work! I was fake-sleeping! Let's SLEEP! It's STILL DARK! 

I got a few more pets out of it, and giggles, but eventually she slid out from under me. 

Oh well! It ALMOST worked! I'll modify my technique and do better next time.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's not easy being top dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706847</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:19:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706847</guid>
		<description>Gosh, the responsibilities are enormous! Do these people REALIZE? 

Top dog doesn't ALWAYS play, a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gosh, the responsibilities are enormous! Do these people REALIZE? 

Top dog doesn't ALWAYS play, and I have to keep tabs on everyone at all times! 

Buddha wants to play with me too much! Those jaws are SO BIG! It makes me a little nervous. Luckily when my snout gets tense I hear a little squeaky voice saying, "JOEY!" and I snap back to reality! 

Frank has been complaining because when he's resting Mama sneaks over to steal a cuddle! Silly Mama! It's true, it's kind of annoying to be bothered when sleeping, especially how she does it, all light and like a bug! Eek! She says that's the only time Frank is holding still long enough for her to do that! Otherwise she's trying to protect her nose and teeth from damage due to big-wiggle-Frank! 

I think they're working something out, a compromise of some sort.... 

I'll cuddle, Mama! Let's cuddle! Just for a minute though!

Wait, what are you doing with those nail clippers?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Finally!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706355</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Jan 2011 09:05:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706355</guid>
		<description>Oh, the pawrents FINALLY took care of Frankie! I know his mouth has been festering and we've been re ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, the pawrents FINALLY took care of Frankie! I know his mouth has been festering and we've been really trying to do strong ESP to tell them, but they've been extra hard to get lately! 

Frankie came home yesterday and the pawrents knew I'd be gentle! I was! I sniffed and said, "Hey, wanna play anyway?" He said no, and I was a little worried. Why was he acting so weird? Frank is playa' #1 in this house! 

This morning Frank is back to normal! He's smiling and wiggling and wants to play, but only lightly with the mouth! Great! He wasn't good at being gentle before, did he get a big lesson in gentle? YAY! 

We're all winners here! Let's play, Frank!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm the invisible fence!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706045</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Jan 2011 17:46:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/706045</guid>
		<description>I'm the invisible fence at the dog park! 

Mama thinks it's because of my checkered past. 

My f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm the invisible fence at the dog park! 

Mama thinks it's because of my checkered past. 

My family has officially had me longer than my previous foster! I was 1 year and 360 days old when I moved in with my new family. Now I'm FOUR! Wow! Big four! 

Anyway, Mama says I was the bottom of a pack of nine. No one played with me. They only picked on me. If the humans made nice-ness toward me the dogs then kinda beat up on me. 

I LOVE the dog park, and I love running between Mama and Daddy, but when other dogs come running at me, or run by real fast, I start to go after them! Rrrrrr! Mama sees my muzzle tense up and says, "JOEY!!" Then I stop.

I say I need more exercise. I have ALL this nervous energy! Maybe I can go for a bike ride tomorrow? I haven't been in a LOOOOOONG time!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Snow!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/705572</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:58:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/705572</guid>
		<description>We have snow here!!! It's about 5 inches deep! It's FUN! 

I've seen snow before, but it has been  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have snow here!!! It's about 5 inches deep! It's FUN! 

I've seen snow before, but it has been a LOOOOOONG TIME! Half as long as my life at least! Maybe more! 

The pawrents have to watch extra closely for me because they say I DISAPPEAR in the snow! I'm like camouflaged! 

The snow and brisk cold makes me bouncy and happy and feel good! Frank and I play in the snow like we're dinosaurs, standing on our back legs! I roll around in it and it's like a cushion on the ground! It's SUPER fun! 

Naptime here! I think I'll curl up on the couch and doze while the pawrents unpack some more!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Shopping Spree!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704937</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 12:49:08 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704937</guid>
		<description>Yesterday was my barkday (the big 0-4!!) and all the stores were closed. Today Mama and Daddy took m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday was my barkday (the big 0-4!!) and all the stores were closed. Today Mama and Daddy took me to the special dog store and let me go on a shopping spree!!!!! 

It was SO FUN! 

I got bully sticks and some filled bones, a jolly ball and a trick cube for the boys, filled cow hoofs and a liver ravioli with mackerel inside from the bakery! 

Nom nom nom!! 

I liked the rawhide, but the pawrents say we're a rawhide free family! Too much problems they say! 

I'm ready for a NAP! Minions, pull the drapes! I'll be lounging on the bed if you need me!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my Barkday!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704819</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Dec 2010 15:59:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704819</guid>
		<description>Today is my Barkday, and I have been having the NICEST day EVER!!! 

I am FOUR years old! Well, I' ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is my Barkday, and I have been having the NICEST day EVER!!! 

I am FOUR years old! Well, I'm either four or I'm three for the second time! BOL! 

Every time the pawrents see me they tell me "Happy Birthday, Joey!" and they pet me and I smile REAL BIG. 

I'm glowing on my barkday! Smiley and happy and everyone loves the birthday girl! 

Mama says I seem to like my Barkday SO MUCH that she might give me HER birthday when it comes around! 

I am kind and thoughtful on my birthday!

We went on a car ride, and on a LONG walk on a greenway! It was SUPER interesting and fun! We were worn out and all took a nap together afterwards! 

I've waited ALL YEAR for today, and it's here! What a WONDERFUL DAY! MY BARKDAY!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We&acirc;€™re here? We&acirc;€™re here!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704085</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Dec 2010 17:24:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/704085</guid>
		<description>We&acirc;€™re here! The pawrents say we&acirc;€™re &acirc;€˜home&acirc;€™, but we left home! All empty! 

There are famili ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Weâ€™re here! The pawrents say weâ€™re â€˜homeâ€™, but we left home! All empty! 

There are familiar smells here, blankies and clothes that smell like the pawrents! Mmm!

The house is BIG! Itâ€™s SO BIG that I can pee anywhere!!! I donâ€™t even have to think about it! I have a slight urge, and I go! I can even poopie in the house! Itâ€™s amazing! 

Mama and Daddy LEFT US the first day, they even crated me! I NEVER get crated! NEVER! 

When they came home I was shaking like a leaf! I donâ€™t get crated anymore. Mama said something about them being worried I might go potty in the house. Well, YEAH! Itâ€™s THAT big!! 

I kinda want to go home. Or get back in the car. I LOVE the car. Can we go home now? 

They say we ARE home. No weâ€™re not! Weâ€™re somewhere new!

Sometimes I wonder about Mama and Daddyâ€™s sense. Are they okay?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I love car rides!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703991</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Dec 2010 21:39:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703991</guid>
		<description>We had the longest car ride ever! Mama said it was a total of 21 hours in the car! Wow! Have I died  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We had the longest car ride ever! Mama said it was a total of 21 hours in the car! Wow! Have I died and gone to the Rainbow Bridge? I LOVE car rides!!!!!!!!!!

There was soft dog bed goodness in the back, and as a princess I canâ€™t tell you how much I appreciated that! I LOVE soft beds! Like I love car rides!

I slept a lot, looked out the windows, sniffed the different air, and told Mama and Daddy how excited I was to be living in the car now! When I did that they would stop and walk us. What? Iâ€™m happy to be IN the car! Sometimes thereâ€™s communication breakdown there.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Remember me???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703449</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:19:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703449</guid>
		<description>Okay, something is totally going on here! I totally know it now! I do! 

I can't go upstairs any m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay, something is totally going on here! I totally know it now! I do! 

I can't go upstairs any more!

I'm compensating for the pawrents sleeping on our beds by spending as much time as possible on them during the day!!! 

Although it's time to FREAK OUT, it's far too exhausting to do it nonstop. 

My new strategy is to place myself in front of the pawrents at every possible moment, while keeping my #1 motive to GET IN THE CAR!!! 

I got to get in the car tonight, I'm ready! Let's go! Don't forget ME! 

I'll keep an eye on Daddy, he's movin' around a lot. I have to make sure NO ONE goes ANYWHERE without ME!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Things keep getting weirder....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703240</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 10:31:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703240</guid>
		<description>Okay, guys, things are getting weird now!

First everything in the house got boxed up. Mom and Dad ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay, guys, things are getting weird now!

First everything in the house got boxed up. Mom and Dad were SO proud of us for being such great dogs! Frank says they were all HIS presents!

THEN, YESTERDAY, people came and took it all away!! 

The house is EMPTY! WHERE is my BED?!?! 

We've been trying to keep our cool, but this is a little much!

On top of that, Mom and Dad slept on OUR DOG BEDS last night! 

Yesterday those were our beds! 

It's time to FREAK OUT! 

Oh wait, Dad's gonna take us for a bike ride! Gotta go!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The times they are a'changin'</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703099</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:02:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/703099</guid>
		<description>Things are so weird here! It's CLEAN, and BOXES everywhere!

Frankie says that's 'cause they're hi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Things are so weird here! It's CLEAN, and BOXES everywhere!

Frankie says that's 'cause they're his presents, but I don't think so! Kids!! 

Something BIG is happening, but I know in my heart of hearts that it's going to be okay! That's because I read Mama and Daddy's energy and I don't see anything sayin' we'll be apart! 

They are happy and excited, and so I am too! Yay!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Suitcase?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702471</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Dec 2010 20:49:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702471</guid>
		<description>Mama is bagging our food, from the dog bag to ziplocks. 

There&acirc;€™s a suitcase on the floor, and i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama is bagging our food, from the dog bag to ziplocks. 

Thereâ€™s a suitcase on the floor, and itâ€™s FULL of ziplocked kibble! Whatâ€™s this? Mama says itâ€™s my suitcase, but I heard her tell Buddha that too! Whatâ€™s going on? 

Why do we need a suitcase of dog food? 

Daddy is taking apart EVERYTHING and they say things in the house will turn into boxes tomorrow! 

What is going on? 

The truck is different, the seats are down! Itâ€™s all flat in the back! 

And our dog beds have been in there? Whatâ€™s going ON???]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Broth-cicles!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702249</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Dec 2010 10:36:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702249</guid>
		<description>Mmmm! Broth-cicles! Nom nom nom!

Mama&acirc;€™s cleaning out the freezer and there were tubs and tubs a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mmmm! Broth-cicles! Nom nom nom!

Mamaâ€™s cleaning out the freezer and there were tubs and tubs and tubs of frozen broth! Mama let them out to thaw and us dogs decided even though itâ€™s 50 degrees here, we LOVE broth-cicles! Theyâ€™re in the shape of butter tubs! Nom nom nom!

There were enough to go around, and then some! At first it was very hard and frozen, so we just lick-lick-lick-lick-lick-lick-lick-lick. And on and on. 

Then they softened up a little, like an Icee! Then they were fun to bite and chew! 

Mama says she hopes the fatty parts donâ€™t give us more runs, but what was she to do? Deny us precious lovely angel darling dogs a taste-good? Nope! Thanks, Ma!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Now I&acirc;€™m less excited.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702020</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Dec 2010 11:23:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702020</guid>
		<description>I heard an awful rumor we were getting our toenails trimmed today. Humph. They are pretty long, but  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I heard an awful rumor we were getting our toenails trimmed today. Humph. They are pretty long, but really? Come on. I HATE that!!! 

Mama and Daddy do it, and it is quite a production! Squish and squash and bear hugs - but not in a good way! Boooo!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Adventure dogs!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702019</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Dec 2010 11:22:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/702019</guid>
		<description>We climbed a mountain, twice this week! And we&acirc;€™re gonna do it again Monday! 

Me and Frank go wi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We climbed a mountain, twice this week! And weâ€™re gonna do it again Monday! 

Me and Frank go with Mama, Buddha canâ€™t go because itâ€™s too much for him Mama says, between the rocks and the steepness and the length of hike. Poor Boo-boo! Weâ€™re going to have to think of something super fun he CAN do!

Mama lets us off the leash when no one is around and we sniff and hunt and bounce and play! All of our senses are on! 

Itâ€™s SO FUN! Mama says weâ€™re moving soon and weâ€™re gonna LOVE it! She says sheâ€™ll take us to a different park EVERY DAY! Really??? Thereâ€™s grass and trees and other doggiesâ€¦. 

Iâ€™m excited to get back to what Mama calls â€˜the real worldâ€™!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Weight Gain!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/701218</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Nov 2010 11:08:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/701218</guid>
		<description>I think I'm gonna try to gain the six pounds I lost at the kennel TODAY. I've been trying the past f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I think I'm gonna try to gain the six pounds I lost at the kennel TODAY. I've been trying the past few days, but I feel like TODAY is the day! 

Feed me! Treats! Food! Anything! Except fruits or veggies or wheat. I'm a meat girl! 

Is it time for breakfast yet? It IS?!?!? 

Mama says I'm lucky because Frank has runny poop. She says because of that we ALL get rice in our kibble! Score! More food! 

Wish me luck!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Weight loss log</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/700717</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:42:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/700717</guid>
		<description>Me, Frankie and Buddha went on a weight loss diet! Mama and Daddy put us in a kennel for six days! S ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Me, Frankie and Buddha went on a weight loss diet! Mama and Daddy put us in a kennel for six days! Since Iâ€™m the only one who has been boarded before with the family, I was in charge! Frankie has NEVER been boarded! Buddha has, but in a very different way! 

I lost 6 pounds, Buddha lost 2 pounds and Frankie only gained one pound, which means he lost weight! 

NOW itâ€™s time to EAT EAT EAT, and make up for it! I was WASTING AWAY! I was almost NOTHING! 

Iâ€™m HUNGRY! Is it dinner time yet???]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hobble</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/697215</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:32:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm a hobbler! Well, kinda sorta. Only sometimes. When I'm running... 

Anyway, I had a LIMP today ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a hobbler! Well, kinda sorta. Only sometimes. When I'm running... 

Anyway, I had a LIMP today on my bike ride! Daddy brought me right back home! 

Mama looked at my right front foot with a HEADLAMP on!! She says she looked in evfurry crevice and at evfurry hair on my paw bottom! Daddy was SQUISHING me so she could. Silly pawrents!

She didn't see a thing! I got Epsom salt and a promise for another GRAND SQUISH and foot inspection soon! 

I might have an owie on my right front paw, I've been licking it off and on... but I'm not telling! Shhhh! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting a little closer...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/696866</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 08:56:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/696866</guid>
		<description>We've had Buddha for just over two months now and I'm starting to warm up to him more! 

Usually I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We've had Buddha for just over two months now and I'm starting to warm up to him more! 

Usually I play with Frank and when Buddha wants to play I say NO. 

Lately I've noticed that Buddha gets a lot of love from Mama. Hm! I really like lots of love from Mama too.... 

When Buddha goes to get love then I will go to get love too! Sometimes! We can agree on sweet loves from Mama! 

Buddha has started hopping up and sleeping near me. Hm. He can be a pretty loud snorer, but it's not too bad. We usually sleep rump to rump. 

Last night he was crated and sleeping, and I laid right in front of the crate, so I could hear his snores! 

Mama and Daddy say I'm warming up to Buddha! I don't NOT like him, but I just think he's unpredictable!!! Hm. 

He might be okay after all. Mama says he's the best snuggle buddy EVER! We'll see!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm special!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/695616</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 19:41:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/695616</guid>
		<description>Hi! I'm special today! I got to go for a car ride with Mummy AND Daddy today - all by myself!!! 

 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi! I'm special today! I got to go for a car ride with Mummy AND Daddy today - all by myself!!! 

I haven't done much by myself lately. 'My' time was at dog class, but when Frank started coming too my 'Me' time with the pawrents was over! 

THEN Frank AND Buddha would go to each others classes! And leave me at home ALL ALONE! 

Now that I think about it... I do spend a bit of 'Me' time snuggling with Mama's feet while I sit under the desk and she does computer stuff... 

ANYWAG, today it was about ME! I went on a two hour car ride, the wind was in my ear hair and face, it was glorious! I even got to get out of the car and sniff outside places, like the chiropractor and the auto mechanic! Neat-O!!

I fell asleep on the way home, what a big day! 

I am happy and calm and know I'm a special girl today. I may not be the Buddha, all abused, newly saved (twice!) and three-legged, and I may not be the puppy (i.e. Frankie), but I'm JOEY! I'm special and pretty and white! I'm talented! I can run FAST and jump like a bunny rabbit! No, higher! I have a keen sense of smell and sight! I can read energy with the best of 'em! I choose to enjoy my life and the good things it gives me. I. Am. Joey! 

Everyfur is special, sometimes it may not seem so in the depths of day-to-day life, but it's true! Just trust me on this one! 

Happily special,
Joey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We're the majority!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/695192</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:54:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mama and me were the majority for a couple of hours this morning! Woot woot! 

With all the boys i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama and me were the majority for a couple of hours this morning! Woot woot! 

With all the boys in the house, we're usually outnumbered, but when Daddy took Frank to work today it was 2 girls and 1 boy! 

We were princesses and queens and lounged and I got pet. It was so nice! It's good to mix things up sometimes! BOL! 

Buddha was a very good sport and although he didn't want to play queen he was quiet and let me and Mama reign! 

That's a great way for a girl to start the day!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sharing class</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/693901</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Oct 2010 20:15:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had to share my dog class with Frankie today! He was a good sidekick, people usually coo over him, ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had to share my dog class with Frankie today! He was a good sidekick, people usually coo over him, he is pretty cute! I did my job well and when he went near dogs I didn't approve of I was sure to let them know! 

YOU STAY AWAY FROM MY LITTLE BROTHER! He's MINE! And I'm his FAVORITE! So don't think you will be! Because it's ME! 

Mama says I can get a little possessive sometimes... what's that mean? 

Frank was cute and I taught him how to 'heel' and 'wait'! Mama was VERY proud of me! 

The best part is that he only threw up once during the drive! That grosses me out, I jumped into the front seat when he did it, squirming and squeaming, "EWWWWWWWWW!" 

Mama took care of it. She's good to me that way. She knows I'm delicate. I can't get vomit in my white fur! Sheesh! What am I, a junkyard dog? No no!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thunder!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/693226</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 15:30:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thunder! No, no... thunder... shirt!!! Mama says she's getting me a Thunder shirt. It should be here ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thunder! No, no... thunder... shirt!!! Mama says she's getting me a Thunder shirt. It should be here tomorrow. 

Can you imagine being wrapped up in thunder? I think it would be either really good or really bad! BOL! 

Mama says it's not made of thunder, it's just a tight shirt for when doggies are nervous! Who's nervous, me??? She has seen it before and finally caved in! 

I'm glad I lost a little weight, it should look smashing on my figure! BOL! 

I'm excited for my new accessory. I'll keep ya posted!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mama's home!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/692822</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 17:15:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh hooray hoorah! Mama came home! How I missed you, Mama! I was a bit tense all week! What a relief! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh hooray hoorah! Mama came home! How I missed you, Mama! I was a bit tense all week! What a relief! It's hard being the ONLY GIRL in this house when Mama's gone!

After Mama got home I relaxed a little. I pooped THREE times last night - getting Mama to let me out at 3am and Daddy to let me out at 4:30am and then AGAIN at about 6am! I also vomited TWICE this morning! Mama said even though I had a lotta poop it all looked good! No runny stuff! 

That means I'm relaxing! Mama came home and I can relax and just let it out! Whew! Thanks, Mama! I'm not sure how much more I could have retained! 

I'm being a little snippy with Buddha, he missed Mama a LOT too and I'm a little jealous. Mama says we can ALL love her! 

AND - the big news, we're moving to Colorado in December! Mama says there are more parks than you can fetch a stick at there! We'll LOVE it! We'll have a big back yard AND a pool! And shade! And trees! I'm planning on getting fitted for my life  vest tomorrow... 

Wish me luck! Hope they have my color! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh where oh where did my momma go?!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/692434</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:58:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>How did I get stuck babysitting Daddy?  Momma just up and left one day, saying she was gonna find us ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ How did I get stuck babysitting Daddy?  Momma just up and left one day, saying she was gonna find us a new home and I haven't heard from her since!!!  Daddy is cool and all, but he ain't momma.  Sigh.  I've had to watch over Daddy, Buddha, and Frank this week.  Sheesh!  They all act like a bunch of little kiddies!  Am I the only grown up left in the house or what?!?!

Daddy told me a minute ago that momma was gonna be home in a couple of days.  He says we have a house with a pool now.  But I'm not too fond of the water so I guess I'll just have to sit on a pool chair and sun bathe a bit.  I bet Frank will jump in the pool, he's ccccaaaarrrraaazzzzyyyyy!  

If you can read this momma, I miss you!!!! Come home soon!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Life is good</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/691063</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:02:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hello all! I haven't written in awhile, so thought I'd give an update! Things are pretty normal arou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello all! I haven't written in awhile, so thought I'd give an update! Things are pretty normal around here! I'm getting my daily exercise, running with Mama on the bike, and I started dog class last Sunday! Yay! 

It's an intermediate class, but it's been awhile since I've been out so I was a little weird! I would only let Mama or Daddy handle me! They say I'll get used to it. 

We learned 'around', also known as 'finish', heel, 'about' (or right turn)... what else? That mighta been it... It was super stimulating! 

We're movin' in January, so Mama says after that we'll have easy access to lots of people and dogs. We're kinda isolated here, it's not so great for the affect! BOL! 

Mama and Daddy found ANOTHER stray last weekend, I was beside myself! REALLY? More? Can't we just be a happy family like we are? Thankfully Mama said this stray wasn't super well mannered and cute, so they gave him to the dog police. Luckily the owner came looking for him so they were reunited! Yay! 

It's my naptime, I just had a good run and am just waitin' on breakfast! Catch ya later!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Who Am I?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/690215</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:45:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Who am I? 

I'm a beautiful White American Shepherd. I weigh 80 pounds. 

I smile and laugh easi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Who am I? 

I'm a beautiful White American Shepherd. I weigh 80 pounds. 

I smile and laugh easily. 

I can jump high and am very graceful.

My favorite past time is being adored. 

I LOVE me some food, and cheese! 

I also love lying on the bed! 

You might look to my collar for my name tag, but my name tag is NOT THERE! 

It must have gone wherever my waistline went.... 

Who am I?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm the worst dog evah</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/688714</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 Aug 2010 18:42:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh, woe is ME!!! Did you know I was a diary pick of the day last Friday and I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW IT.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, woe is ME!!! Did you know I was a diary pick of the day last Friday and I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW IT. 

I mean, sure, I was feeling exceptionally good that day, all happy and right, but how did I not know this?? 

MOTHER!!! WHERE WERE YOU?!?!
Oh. Mama says she was with me. Oh well. 

Obviously we were not online Friday. 

Oh, woe is me! I didn't get to revel in my greatness on Dogster! 

Well, I hope the Dogster dogs will accept an earnest THANK YOU and tons of love from me for picking me as a diary pick! 

Shoot! 

Well, I better get back to reveling in my greatness at home. That's what I do best... Lounge and look pretty! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The mystery of my waistline!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/688297</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 21:23:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mama says I need a diet. Now. Her and Daddy noticed within a day of each other that... what? My wais ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama says I need a diet. Now. Her and Daddy noticed within a day of each other that... what? My waistline had disappeared! Wha??? 

Where did my waistline go? Did anybody see it? 

Well, folks, I certainly don't feed myself, because then it would have been gone a LONG time ago! BOL! BOL!! 

Instead of one and a half cups of kibble I get one. Okay. But be ready for sad faces! 

Mama says it won't take long to get my middle skinny again. I'm about to put her on a diet for the same reason! Can it go both ways? BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Taking cues from Buddha</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/688223</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:48:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone! I've been doing really good lately, being exercised like crazy by Mama and keeping an e ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I've been doing really good lately, being exercised like crazy by Mama and keeping an eye on the two dog-boys here in the house! I get a little jealous, and do what Mama calls 'take cheap shots' at Buddha (touching him with my open mouth - could I be trying to play???) but I dare say Buddha has taught me something!!! 

Last night he and Frankie were rolling around in the yard, Buddha on his back. That's how me and Frankie play, too. 

What did Buddha do that was so amazing? He grabbed little Frankie's FEET and LEGS while on his back and Frankie biting his neck! 

BRILLIANT! I thought there was nothing I could do but wiggle around, but Buddha is right, my mouth is RIGHT at level with his little appendages! 

I tried the method out right away and it WORKED! I'm starting to like this Buddha guy more and more!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New addition to the family!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/687428</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:45:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We got a new family member! Just like that! Like, BOOM, there he was! 

Mama went to town, came ho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We got a new family member! Just like that! Like, BOOM, there he was! 

Mama went to town, came home, talked to Daddy, then they both left, and came home with a NEW DOG! 

This new dogs name is Buddha and he only has three legs! Mom says that makes him extra special! 

We walked together great and I'm a little touchy about him being in the house and in MY bedroom, but Mama says we'll get used to him! He sleeps in a crate in the bedroom. He kinda oinks like a pig sometimes. 

He's really really calm. Like a Buddha! 

I'm a little discombobulated, but again, Mama says I'll be fine. I guess someone's going to have to give him the 411 on Dogster! He's gonna need a diary, he's going through a lot now too!

Wish us luck and calm submissiveness!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Field Trip!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/686459</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 17:11:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We went on a field trip yesterday! We went to SAN DIEGO!!! Daddy had an appointment and Mama said, &quot; ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We went on a field trip yesterday! We went to SAN DIEGO!!! Daddy had an appointment and Mama said, "Let's all go!!" 

We went to Balboa park for the first time ever! It's big and green and tree-y! Very nice! 

We didn't get breakfast on account of us both getting car sick a lot, but when we left Daddy, Mama said our primary mission was to find a hot dog stand!! 

We did! Me and Frank each got a hot dog! They were Mmmm-Mmm good! We walked a lot and Frank jumped into some fountains to play. I heard a lot of people say, "Oooh! Look at the puppy!" BOL! They admired me too! 

One man said, "I guess people don't mess with you!" to Mama as she was walking us. She didn't understand, we're just lovely sweet darling dogs! She said, "Well, they haven't yet!" He musta been a little scardey of us! Mama forgets that people think we're big dogs! She thinks we're medium sized! BOL! 

We went back to the hospital courtyard to wait for Daddy and EVERYONE loved us! We made soldiers (in uniform!) squeal with delight! Mama said this was a really good thing! We need to get our therapy certifications! We made grown ups and kids and soldiers, patients and workers all happy for a moment! 

It was FUN! We didn't even puke the hot dogs on the way home! Now that's success! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a diary pick today!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/685730</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 Aug 2010 16:55:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow!! I'm a diary pick today! Mama says it's because I have been SUCH a GOOD big sister to Frankie l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow!! I'm a diary pick today! Mama says it's because I have been SUCH a GOOD big sister to Frankie lately! He's growing on me, slowly but surely!! 

Thanks for the congrats! 

(singing) I feel pretty.... so so pretty....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh, my aching back!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/685462</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Aug 2010 18:29:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My back hurts! We stayed at a hotel for 3 nights, and although I appreciate any bed I can get, that  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My back hurts! We stayed at a hotel for 3 nights, and although I appreciate any bed I can get, that bed made Mama and Daddy and my backs sore! The third night I decided I'd try sleeping on the floor instead. I tried sleeping on all six pillows on the bed, making a DIY pillow-top, but it just wasn't the same.

Thank goodness we're home! It was nice to go somewhere, but it's hard work being on guard in a hotel room all day! We saw green grass, and trees, and DEW!!! Dew is very nice. We can't wait to live somewhere that has dew again!! 

I'm making up for lost time on my beloved bed at home! My back already feels better! Yay! 

There's no place like home, there's no place like home, there's no place like home!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dog Beach!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/684877</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Aug 2010 14:45:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We drove many hours again today! Three! We didn&acirc;€™t get fed beforehand and Frank and I each only thr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We drove many hours again today! Three! We didnâ€™t get fed beforehand and Frank and I each only threw up a little bit of nothinâ€™ once. The pawrents were pleased! 

We went to the dog beach! There were dogs and people and waves and sand! It was a little warm, but not too much! Mom and Dad and Frank and I walked along the beach for awhile, being silly and saying hi to dogs and people. All the dogs running around made me a little nervous, so Mom and Dad kept me on the leash. Frankie? Not so! He was off-leash a lot! He was so interested in everything! 

The ocean was COLD when we got warm!! Daddy put up an umbrella and I was so tired already! I ran to it after short walks and would lie down right away! Letâ€™s rest! Itâ€™s nice right here! Mama had a sheet for me to lie on. She loves me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I can swim! I can swim!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/684587</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Aug 2010 20:53:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Guess what? I swam today for the first time ever! Daddy says I was graceful and smooth as silk in th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what? I swam today for the first time ever! Daddy says I was graceful and smooth as silk in the water! We went to a lake and Daddy took me out into a deep area. He carried me and was very gentle, even though I was pretty nervous! Mama was proud, and Daddy says as soon as he let me go I was swimming like a pro! 

I did that twice with Daddy, then I decided that was enough!! BOL! 

I wouldnâ€™t fetch the stick, but I liked to take it from Mamaâ€™s hand! Maybe Iâ€™ll fetch one day after all! 

Poor Frankie â€“ poor me, he threw up ALL OVER the backseat doggie hammock thing on the way there. It just kept coming and comingâ€¦ it even got on me! YECH! I threw up only once, and I throw up in the corner so we donâ€™t have to lay in it! I canâ€™t wait until Frank gets more sense! BOL! 

We are both SOOO tired! Back at home, lying on my favorite couch, an early bedtime for all of us!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Silly Franke! Pills are for dogs!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/683433</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:46:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Silly Frankie, I peeked and saw him blogging about being pilled! Poor Frankie. He doesn&acirc;€™t get it.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Silly Frankie, I peeked and saw him blogging about being pilled! Poor Frankie. He doesnâ€™t get it. Itâ€™s no big deal. It takes, like, half a second. He runs to me afterwards and asks how I keep Mama from choking ME when she puts her hand in my mouth. 

Well, Frankie, I realize Iâ€™m being pilled, so I let Mama pill me, swallow it, and get the treat afterwards! Itâ€™s worth it! 

Heâ€™s all scared and disturbed about being pilled. Thatâ€™s what happens when we get giardia, sweet Frank! You better get used to it! Mama says us dogs have always been so easy to pill, she wants me to give private lessons to Frank. BOL! For a small fee! BOL!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/682977</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:47:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got tagged! Frank and I are both answering these questions, because our answers will be SO differe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got tagged! Frank and I are both answering these questions, because our answers will be SO different!!

1. Do you ever wake your parents up in the night?
Only sometimes. Only if I really really really have to go potty, or if I have the runs. Most of the time? No. Frank gets the pawrents up and Iâ€™ll go pee outside with him sometimes, but I can hold it. 

2. Do you ever tear up things?

Nope! Negative. Nada. Never! Thatâ€™s kid stuff. I know better. I have such a gentle mouth, Mama says I'd have to think something is food to tear it up! BOL!

3. What is your favorite treat?

These yummy logs of doggie meaty stuff Mama gets from PetCo. Natural Balance tubes. They look like sausage in plastic. Mama cuts them up into treats and they are SOOO good! I will work for those treats!!

4. Can you fetch something when asked?

No, if you hadnâ€™t noticed, Iâ€™m not a retriever. I do a mean impression of one though! I will take toys from Mama and Daddy (and now Frankie!) and take them upstairs and put them away. Then Iâ€™ll come back downstairs like nothing happened! It makes Mama laugh every time! BOL!

5. Have you ever lived any place but where you live now?

Yep! I lived in Knoxville Tennessee for the first couple years of my life. We had three acres and lots of dogs! 10-ish German Shepherds, half black & tan and half white! I was what they called a â€˜spookâ€™ and stayed away from a lot of them. They were so wild and crazy! I lived in the car with my new Mama and Daddy while we drove to California, and now we live here! Mama and Daddy are planning to move again kinda soon, so weâ€™ll move again! Iâ€™m gonna stay with this Mama and Daddy forever and ever! No matter where they go, Iâ€™ll be there! 

That was fun!! I am off to tag.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I went on a trip!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/681942</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 19:38:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mama said she was taking Frankie to the VET and asked if I wanted to go on a car ride too. 

YOU B ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama said she was taking Frankie to the VET and asked if I wanted to go on a car ride too. 

YOU BET! Iâ€™m ALWAYS game for a car ride! Car rides mean you are special and chosen and super good! They can be real fun too, if I donâ€™t get carsick! 

Mom didnâ€™t mention it was 110 degrees outside! YOW! I get carsick and need the windows open to help me feel better, that was some HOT wind! 

It was kinda like sitting in a convection oven! 

I was very happy at the vet. Mama put me on the scale and I am a tad over 80 pounds! Woot woot! I met a very little Pomeranian and I was nice to it! 

We went into the exam room and I didnâ€™t have to do A THING! It was THE BEST! Poor Frank got a shot and some nose liquid, but me? Nope! Nada! It pays to be the grownup dog! 

We all baked in the car on the way home, almost an hour! When we got home we had lots of water, got into the air conditioning and took a LONG nap! That heat will wipe a dog out! 

Today I am very thankful for air conditioning! Thanks, air conditioning!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Imagination Land!!!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/681757</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:38:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ever since Frank has been here, we&acirc;€™ve had a lot of &acirc;€˜Imagination Land&acirc;€™! Usually Imagination Lan ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ever since Frank has been here, weâ€™ve had a lot of â€˜Imagination Landâ€™! Usually Imagination Land is on the bedroom floor while Mom and Dad and I are going to sleep. Frankie will be immersed in Imagination Land, playing and jumping and squeaking his toys! He hops and skips and jumps, he talks and talks and talks out his playtime! We all lie in bed and giggle. Once when Frankie went to bed, I decided I would take a trip to Imagination Land! 

All Aboard! 

I traveled there and I played too! Wow Frankie, thanks for bringing Imagination Land with you, itâ€™s a fun place! Itâ€™s happy and thereâ€™s lots of toys there! I played and rolled around, more like a big girl play, but still, it was grand!! 

Frankie says Imagination Land is easy to install anywhere, all you have to do it try! I recommend it! 

I do have to remind him of Imagination Landâ€™s borders. Today we were napping and he came romping up the ramp to the bed saying he was going to â€˜slay the big white dragonâ€™!! I was quick to tell him (1) Iâ€™m NOT a dragon, (2) I will NOT be slayed, and (3) turn around and go back to Imagination Land! He promptly did! 

I think Imagination Land needs those invisible fencesâ€¦ BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dogbook? Really?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/681625</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:30:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dogbook? Really? 

No, really? 

My Mama heard of it here on Dogster, but saw it today! She says ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dogbook? Really? 

No, really? 

My Mama heard of it here on Dogster, but saw it today! She says NO WAY are we getting on Dogbook! 

Really? 

Why would anyone want to be anywhere but Dogster? We have all these furrends, lots of diaries, pictures, it's perfect here! Even after the layout change! 

Mama only glanced at Dogbook but said it looked very basic compared to our great Dogster. She says one social networking site for us is enough! She'd hate for us to get carpal tunnel from all this typing! 

Down with Dogbook!! BOL!! Up with Dogster!! BOL!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Barkday, America!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/680393</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Jul 2010 11:07:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/680393</guid>
		<description>Okay, I&acirc;€™m one day late, but I couldn&acirc;€™t write until I survived the fireworks! BOL! Daddy said, &acirc;€ ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay, Iâ€™m one day late, but I couldnâ€™t write until I survived the fireworks! BOL! Daddy said, â€œWhy canâ€™t we have the dogs outside?â€ Mama said NO WAY! She said we needed to be somewhere safe! In our dens! 

BOOM! The first firework went off and Mom and Dad and their furrends scurried outside! I watched them, I was okay last year, and this year too! I watched them watch the fireworks and when they came in I greeted them at the door! Frankie stayed in his kennel. He was pretty oblivious. 

We do live on an Army base where we hear booms and artillery and machine guns and sonic BOOMS that shake the house! Weâ€™re kinda deconditioned that way. Mama says itâ€™s a blessing! 

Happy Diary pick of the day for meeeeeee! Iâ€™m so happy about it! Now that my confidence is way up and Iâ€™m properly exercised, I can step up to the stage! Iâ€™m ready for my close up! Thanks so much for my dear dear Dogster furrends and the Dogster gods! Me and Frank sure are lucky dogs to be in our family AND to have such great furrends and abilities to share on Dogster!! Thanks!!!! (Iâ€™m ready for my close up!!!! Any time!)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mommy all to myself!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/679798</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 Jul 2010 12:56:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This morning Mama woke early and kissed my nose and said WE were going for a long walk, just the two ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning Mama woke early and kissed my nose and said WE were going for a long walk, just the two of us! Usually she rides the bike and I trot, so itâ€™s not really communal like when weâ€™re walking together. 

It was great! We walked at our own pace and watched the desert wildlife wake up! Lots of lizards, ravens, and two bunnies! One was a jackrabbit, their ears are SO TALL!! I BEGGED Mama to let me chase him, but she said I might feel remorse if I killed him so I had to stay with her. 

I jumped over picnic tables and played on playgrounds! I sniffed and sniffed our route. It was soooo nice. 

No offence to Frankie, but last walk we went 2 miles per hour and it was not really my speed! I like having Mama to myself, we both breathe a sigh of relief when weâ€™re free of the needle-teeth! BOL!!  

(When we got home we picked up Frank and walked around the block, so he got a walk too - everyone was happy!)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lookit me!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/679451</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:43:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/679451</guid>
		<description>I'm a diary pick of the day today! WOOF WOOF! I really wasn't feelin' left out because Frankie was g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a diary pick of the day today! WOOF WOOF! I really wasn't feelin' left out because Frankie was getting the picks, but NOW? 

Now we're the DYNAMIC DUO!!! BOL!

Mama says I got diary of the day because I've been such a good girl! I have been exercising regularly, eating my food, being sweet and lovey, AND pretty darn patient with 'ol Frankstur! 

I'm batting my eyes, I didn't think it would happen so soon! What a lucky dog I am! 

You know, I gotta send a shout-out to a good furrend Mr. Ernie George. He just got diagnosed with lymphoma and we're all just achey breaky hearts about it. Here's his Dogster address if you wanna go send some lovin. 

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/811767

Ahhhh. It feels good to be on top! I'm the queen of the world!!!!!! Mama, does this mean I get extra lovin today? It DOES? OH GOODY! More pets for me!!!! Thanks Dogster gods! We are grateful for our pickins!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>There&acirc;€™s nothin&acirc;€™ wrong with my ear!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/679296</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:54:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/679296</guid>
		<description>Mom says I&acirc;€™ve been holding my left ear different than my right for the past 4 days. She&acirc;€™s afraid ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom says Iâ€™ve been holding my left ear different than my right for the past 4 days. Sheâ€™s afraid I got some dirt or maybe a tick in it. Sheâ€™s paranoid! Iâ€™ve just been trying out a new hairdo with asymmetrical ears! Jeez, mom! 

I went to the vet with Frankie and it took Mom AND Dad all their strength to hold me still, and they still didnâ€™t do so well! BOL!!! Mom says she noticed Iâ€™ve been working out! BOL! Eventually we got it and the vet said my ears looked great! Then he squirted some stuff up my nose! Ick! Can we go now??? Jeez!!!!

AND did you see Frankie (my little brother) is THE diary pick of the day today? Woof woof! That's like three times being somewhere in the list of picks! I knew he was a prodigy! Go, Frankie!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Scrub a dub dub</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/678801</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:02:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/678801</guid>
		<description>I got the most thorough bath ever today! We got home from camping and Mama said we were not goin&acirc;€™  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got the most thorough bath ever today! We got home from camping and Mama said we were not goinâ€™ in the house dirty like we were! Weâ€™re furniture dogs! 

Frank was first and did pretty well with his bath. He even thought it was fun sometimes! Hah! Amateur! When it was my turn I felt like I had to be brave for him so I didnâ€™t moan and groan and cry like I usually do. Mom and Dad said I went from yellow to white! Thatâ€™s champagne to you, guys! 

Now Iâ€™m all fluffy and soft and white as freshly laid snow! Ahhh. I love it when my pawrents canâ€™t take their hands off me! You can pet me more please! A little more on the rump!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting Comfortable</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/678694</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:57:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>You know, I think I judged camping too soon. At furrst I hated it. I didn&acirc;€™t know WHAT was going on ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You know, I think I judged camping too soon. At furrst I hated it. I didnâ€™t know WHAT was going on! Weâ€™re hanging out outdoors, with (are you sitting down?) NO AIR CONDITIONING. What? Why? This is what I asked. 

After a couple days of doing this, I think Iâ€™m getting comfy! Mom and Dad AT LEAST have a blow up mattress, so thatâ€™s MY spot! Itâ€™s the comfiest thing around here! I get to smell breezes, what lots of other people are cooking, what other people smell like, Iâ€™ve seen BUTTERFLIESâ€¦. those are so neat! Lots of birdiesâ€¦ itâ€™s okay! 

Today we went on a long walk and I was happy! Mama takes me on walks in the mornings but they are not as long as I am used to! I have some extra energy! 

Today was very exciting, I walked in a stream in a mountain, AND I walked into an ice cold mountain river! Brrr! I didnâ€™t swim! Iâ€™m no dummy! But Mama called me and I came to her! Iâ€™m so obedient! 

Iâ€™m being admired by the people here at the campground. They think Iâ€™m really pretty, and I canâ€™t argue with that! BOL! That makes me feel more comfy when people tell me how great I am. 

Mama says weâ€™re goinâ€™ home tomorrow. That will be nice. Weâ€™re not allowed inside until we get baths! Ick! But, I think this time I really want one!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Reverse Skunk</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/678438</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:06:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Reverse skunk doesn&acirc;€™t mean I smell really good. It means I have a dark stripe down my back!!! Ever ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Reverse skunk doesnâ€™t mean I smell really good. It means I have a dark stripe down my back!!! Ever since the â€˜tick incidentâ€™ Mom and Dad have been wary of taking me anywhere near tall grass! I got that STUFF, that oily stuff they put on your spine? Itâ€™s supposed to repel parasites, but I swear it only makes me dirtier! 

Frank is being Mr. Personable during our vacation. Heâ€™s just strutting up to everyone saying, â€œHi! My name is Frank! Whatâ€™s your name?â€ Heâ€™s such a suck up. I like people fine, especially when they tell me how pretty I am. How can I be pretty when Iâ€™m DIRTY? (sigh) 

At least Frank has me. Iâ€™m keeping him from being eaten. I growl at all the doggies and tell them Frank is MY DINNER! Donâ€™t even think about it! He can thank me later!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vacation</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/678311</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:51:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We&acirc;€™re on vacation! We traveled a long way, over three hours! It was all highways, and anyone who k ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Weâ€™re on vacation! We traveled a long way, over three hours! It was all highways, and anyone who knows me knows it was AWFUL! I can kinda stand interstates, but highways ALWAYS make me carsick! Lo and behold, after 3 hours I threw up in my designated throw up corner in the back seat. Ick! My tummy feels bad! 

Weâ€™re camping! Iâ€™m DIRTY! When we got here I swear I was a white dog! Now Iâ€™mâ€¦ brown? I prefer to call it champagne! I have been tolerant of this outdoors type stuff all day! It has been hot and not as comfortable as upholstered furniture, but it is kind of interesting! 

We went on a 5 minute nature walk and when we got back to the camp site Mama exclaimed, â€œJoey is covered in ticks!!!!â€. They went into disaster mode! They were picking little clumps of my hair out with urgency and Daddy was burning them elsewhere. Gosh! Whatâ€™s the big deal? 

Mom says we donâ€™t have ticks in the desert! Who knew? Weâ€™re back in the real world! They got about 20 off of me they guess. Thanks guys! Mama says theyâ€™ll keep looking and will know about more when they get fat!

Dinner time and I didnâ€™t want to eat. My tummy still feels kinda icky. Letâ€™s go to bed. Can we? Please? Ahhh, the sun is setting, I think itâ€™s bedtime! I wonder what tomorrow will bring?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Responsible</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/677087</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 21:10:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm a responsible dog. I'm learning that Frankie is my dog and I need to be responsible for him. Lik ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a responsible dog. I'm learning that Frankie is my dog and I need to be responsible for him. Like, at the dog park today some pup-squeak doggie was playing with him a little rougher than I would have liked. I tried to set them straight! 

Sadly Frankie is very much a 'morning dog', all super energetic and excited and crazy playful in the morning. Me? Well, I like to s-l-o-w-l-y wake up, take naps while waking up, snuggle, nap again, and so on before I wake up. You see how this is not really a match? BOL! 

Most days Mama or Daddy take me on a long run super early in the morning, but I promptly go back to my slowly-waking-up routine when we get home. It actually helps me wake up slower! BOL! 

Mama says walks help Frankie be calmer. Let's walk, I say!! 

He's a fun guy, even if I'm not totally ready to admit it. He has done one thing, introduce more treats into the house! YAY!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's true, it's true, I gave in....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/676604</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:40:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was tired of being mopey and grouchy! Besides, I thought we were babysitting Frankie until his rea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was tired of being mopey and grouchy! Besides, I thought we were babysitting Frankie until his real pawrents came home! I didn't realize he belonged to us! 

I finally realized when Mom started walking us together just a very short distance. He is still a baby, so we don't want to stress those growth plates! BOL! When we walked together I finally got it. He's a part of our pack! 

It's a little cooler than usual tonight, so I felt like playing, and me and Frankie played and played and played in the back yard!

It was fun, even! 

Mom and Dad were acting like I was the purrestident giving an important speech, watching with rapt attention and their mouths half open! You guys will catch flies that way you know! BOL!!! 

Ahhh, we played, now Frankie is napping and I get to nap too. Maybe this little pup isn't so bad after all...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Setting limits</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/676125</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Jun 2010 18:32:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/676125</guid>
		<description>I've been a little quiet today, but jogging five miles first thing in the mornings will do that to y ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been a little quiet today, but jogging five miles first thing in the mornings will do that to ya! I've been hanging out with Mom and Dad and Frank lately, but today I thought I'd take a 'mental health' day. Last night Frank was snapping at me like crazy so I slept on the floor. :(  Mom says they'll crate Frank tonight so I can get some bed time too.  :)   

Mom and Dad got a pool! It's for Frank they say! It would be for me too - if I wanted it! We'll see! Mom says we'll introduce me to it slowly. It IS hot out there... water MIGHT feel nice... 

I'm doing a better job at growling and gently snapping at Frank when he is snapping his little needle teeth at me! He's getting a little better! It's tough being so assertive and athletic! I might need another nap! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Standing up for me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/675693</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Jun 2010 12:10:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/675693</guid>
		<description>Ohhhh, Frankie is taking a nap, I can FINALLY do something! BOL!! I have to stay on guard, especiall ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ohhhh, Frankie is taking a nap, I can FINALLY do something! BOL!! I have to stay on guard, especially in the mornings. He's a morning dog and extra feisty then! He still likes to bite, but between me growling and Mama saying 'NO!' I think he's getting better. 

Mama and Daddy are paying extra attention to me and I LOVE it! It's getting hot here, so we're going on our morning bike rides at 5am! Woof woof!! It's a LOT cooler then, thanks, guys! 

Frank can climb the stairs now, so that is no longer my refuge. My only safe places are the couches and the bed - but for how much longer? Since he can't climb down the stairs I'll lure him up, then come down and leave him up there! Ahhh, a little bit of peace! BOL! 

Frankie has been here for one week and one day now. I guess I'm getting more used to him. I'll take the lovin' from the pawrents though, they don't want to love us unevenly!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The elephant and the mouse</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/675212</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Jun 2010 17:49:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/675212</guid>
		<description>EEEEEK! It's a MOUSE! A little furry thing walking about! I jumped on the chair with Mama and she sa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ EEEEEK! It's a MOUSE! A little furry thing walking about! I jumped on the chair with Mama and she said - it's not a mouse, it's my new little brother Frankie! Oh, shoot! He got me again! He does a mean impersonation of a mousie! 

He is a little like an alligator - he bites HARD! And has those little needle teeth! Mom says he's growing quick and will soon be bigger than me! I'll bet he'll calm down by then. I'm a calm dog, then he comes pouncing and snapping at me! Sheesh! 

I'll wait in the wings. I let him sleep near me, he doesn't bite when he's sleeping. Mom says we're training him not to bite and hopefully he will stop soon. I think he is biting less now that you mention it Mama.... 

Oh well. I've got to stalk Mama while staying out of Frankie's way! It's dinner time! Yum yum!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So sad.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/674846</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 31 May 2010 21:01:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>You know, I just don't understand why things have to happen how they do. I guess we are so complex,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You know, I just don't understand why things have to happen how they do. I guess we are so complex, it's a wonder anyone turns out right, let alone stays right! My White Shepherd furrend Leggie went to the Rainbow Bridge on Mother's Day unexpectedly. He was only 6! The family had no idea! Here's his page - please drop by and offer comfort.

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/534498

It has been one month since Ulli passed away unexpectedly, before her time we thought! Hearing how others have to go through this too breaks our hearts. It's such an isolating and piercing experience - whether the pet is old or not. The unexpected thing is a real big fat bummer though. It doesn't seem fair. 

Rest in peace, Leggie, and I'm sure Ulli will LOVE having a new White Shepherd to play with at the Bridge! We will see you again Leggie, have fun and be well.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>He's heeeeeeeeeereeeeee</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/674518</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 May 2010 16:09:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Frankie has arrived! He is now on Dogster! Here's the link to his page: 

http://www.dogster.com/d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Frankie has arrived! He is now on Dogster! Here's the link to his page: 

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1136919

I was telling some furrends today that I don't know how to make fancy computer link-y stuff, but I can copy and paste the address! I think because of Frank's youth maybe he will pick that up lickity split, and then he can share with me! 

All is well here. We're spending much of the day in the back yard. Mom says there's less for Frank to get into that way! It's nice and warm and dry, birdies are chirping and not much longer 'til dinner!

Frank is so used to eating with a group that when he sees me eating he puppy-gallops over and starts eating my food! What do I do? I slink away... Boo! I was hungry! Mama tells me to get back here and eat my food! Oh, I love Mama! She knows what makes me tick! 

Mama took some pictures of Frank, she says photo-ing puppies is kinda like photo-ing worms, but she thinks she got some good ones! I'm gonna whine and bug her to post them!

Talk to ya soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a sister!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/674401</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 May 2010 21:31:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm a sister! Technically generation-ly speaking I'm an auntie, but I think being a big sister is fu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a sister! Technically generation-ly speaking I'm an auntie, but I think being a big sister is funner! Daddy took me to the airport VERY late Friday night. It was neat! Buses and planes and people and luggage! We walked around a bit, then I saw Mama walking up to us! She was wearing a weird front back-pack with a little puppy inside! 

Puppy schmuppy! I missed you Mama! I was more excited to see her than anything! On the long ride home I sniffed my new brother, his name is Frank! 

I've got to get Mama to get pictures of him so he can start his own Dogster page! I'll show him how, that's what sisters are for! 

He's almost 7 weeks old and sleeps and plays, sleeps and plays. He tries looking for my udders, luckily I don't have any! BOL!! He has little needle teeth! 

I'm not WAY excited about him, but about half the time he cuddles with me I stay, half the time I get up. 

Frank and Joey! Joey and Frank! Mama says we can call him Frank-furter when he's sunbathing, and Franken-stein for Halloween maybe, and Frankie too! 

Mom and Dad had it narrowed down to 3 names, Frank didn't care which one it was. So they let ME pick! Isn't that nice? I like Frank. It has a nice ring to it! Bedtime, must sleep when the puppy sleeps! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ME, me me me me, ME!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673924</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 27 May 2010 10:00:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673924</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Am I the diary pick of the day two days in a row? You know, I think it's because of all ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Am I the diary pick of the day two days in a row? You know, I think it's because of all that confidence training I had! Now that I'm not as shy I can handle being the pick twice! 

I'll bet one is for Ulli. I'll defer that to her. :) She'll be happy at the bridge, she's still famous and loved! 

If I hadn't had that training, I think I might be shy about this 'being the star' thing! But NO! I'm smiling and looking coy and out in the spotlight! Trying to get the cameras to get my good side! (that's every side...) BOL!! 

One more day and my brother comes! Mama said she'll start pitching more names today... She's a little worried about take off and landing with the boy under the seat, but guesses she'll be able to lean over and keep her hand in there with him. 

He's gonna be the best dog ever! I know I said it once, but I'm so happy I can train this little guy to be my right hand man! He'll be my personal dog! BOL!! 

Being the pick yesterday made me happy, and today I'm just thrilled! I feel like a celebrity! Woof Woof! I just LOVE feelin' special! It might be my favorite thing!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Woot Woot! Chugga-Chugga-CHOO-CHOO!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673846</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 May 2010 19:35:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673846</guid>
		<description>WOW!! I'm a diary pick of the day! Who knew? I wanna know how y'all knew! BOL!! My Mama said she saw ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WOW!! I'm a diary pick of the day! Who knew? I wanna know how y'all knew! BOL!! My Mama said she saw it in an email, and called Daddy to tell me! 

You know what I'm getting for being a diary pick of the day? A BABY BROTHER! BOL!! I'm gettin' a puppy! I'm going to raise him like he's my baby! I'm glad we're getting a young one, that way I can shape him just how I like him! BOL!! 

Mama said she has him all picked out for me. She said she already asked if he liked 'Toe Jam', 'Booger', 'Upchuck', and 'Ear Wax' (my latest name idea!) and he didn't seem to respond to them. I'm trying not to take it personal, and am brainstorming new names! BOL! 

He comes home late late Friday night! Tonight is... Wednesday? Two more days!

I'm gonna have to prowl around on here so I can find the daily and weekly picks!

Thanks SO MUCH to all my sweet furrends for the rosettes and congrats! I sure feel special lately! 

Dogster is my favorite place! Well, after going for a walk, of course!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What the....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673657</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 25 May 2010 20:16:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673657</guid>
		<description>What the heck? Am I doing this right? Mom goes out of town and Dogster is all different? Ohhh, chang ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What the heck? Am I doing this right? Mom goes out of town and Dogster is all different? Ohhh, change is hard for me! Good thing I found more confidence at boot camp! 

Now to just navigate around this place.... Hmmm.... where did my furrends go? My furrend updates? Hmmmm..... I'm gonna have to put my thinkin' cap on! 

Mama is in Tennessee! She's finding me a brother! I thought of a new name - how 'bout 'Toe Jam'? It's easy to say, rolls off the tongue, and is only two syllables! 

I'm gonna go sniffing for my furrend updates!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mama's nesting!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673365</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 24 May 2010 10:03:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673365</guid>
		<description>Mama's nesting! Know why? She says she's gonna go meet the puppy stork in Tennessee tomorrow! She's  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama's nesting! Know why? She says she's gonna go meet the puppy stork in Tennessee tomorrow! She's been cleaning and nesting and getting toys ready! 

She asked me what I want to name the puppy! I love being involved! She says we'll see what names we like, see what names the puppy likes, and compromise! How fun! I'm gonna try for Booger and see what happens... That would be SO FUNNY if everyone liked it! BOL!!! Maybe I'll recommend 'Upchuck' too.... BOL! 

I've been lonely without Ulli, I've had a lot of time to think! BOL!

I am also WAY calmer now that I'm home from Boot Camp! Mom and Dad thought I was super tired, but they realize now I'm just calmer! More confident! I really enjoy my active schedule and hanging out leashed with Mom and Dad when they are home! 

I'm still trying to train them to not make me go in my crate at night, but when they bring out the treats how can I resist? Oh well, it is comfy in there, and they are only a few feet away! 

Friday my little brother arrives! I'm excited! Mom says don't teach him to be a poop eater... We'll see - he might have elite taste like me! I can't help that! BOL!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Home at last!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673223</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 May 2010 10:30:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/673223</guid>
		<description>Whew! What a week I've had! I've been to Boot Camp alright! It was very nice Boot Camp though! BOL!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whew! What a week I've had! I've been to Boot Camp alright! It was very nice Boot Camp though! BOL! 

I am like a trained athlete now! Mama and Daddy giggled at me last night because I was sacked out and didn't move a muscle! This morning they even had to ask me more than once if I was 'hungry'! Whew, I'm BEAT! 

Mama says one more after breakfast nap, then in a couple of hours we're gonna take a run! 

I have learned SO MUCH! I've learned that noisy stuff isn't necessarily dangerous or scary! How 'bout that? I've learned that people love me and are willing to pet me! I like that.... 

Mom and Dad are learning too, Mom says we're all changing for the better! I'm still so tired though, I'll have to catch up with y'all later!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Away at camp, having fun fun fun!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/672645</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 May 2010 17:26:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>I'm away at camp! Mama says it's Enrichment Camp/ Uncle Charlie's Boot Camp! Let me tell you, I am h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm away at camp! Mama says it's Enrichment Camp/ Uncle Charlie's Boot Camp! Let me tell you, I am having SO. MUCH. FUN!!! Uncle Charlie introduced me to Mickey Mouse! I love him! I'm going to ask for one when I get home!! I hear he's real famous, but I've never seen him before! He's like a mouse, but BIG! Uncle Charlie took the picture of me and Mickey hanging out, my new profile pic! 

I'm meeting all sorts of people who are enamored with me, and other animals too! I'm going to stores and businesses and stables, oh my! Uncle Charlie is keeping my mind very busy and engaged! He says I'm a good girl, and pretty too! 

Mama says this is the big stepping stone to me being a therapy dog. She thinks people will LOVE it if I come visit them. I'm interested! Mom gets pictures every evening, she is so happy! 

Mom and Dad pick me up on Saturday morning, and they get some human training! I can't wait! I have real good roomies where I am staying now too. :) BOL!! I'm a HAPPY dog!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm going on a trip! All by myself!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/672099</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 16 May 2010 11:54:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/672099</guid>
		<description>Hi y'all! I'm going on a trip today! Mama and Daddy say I'm going somewhere, to Ulli's super dooper  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi y'all! I'm going on a trip today! Mama and Daddy say I'm going somewhere, to Ulli's super dooper trainers house. They say it will be like getting boarded but a hundred times funner! I'll get to play with doggies and meet people and go all sorts of new places! Mom says they are going to help get the 'shy' out of me. This is exciting! I'll be there for a whole week, but Mama says she and Daddy will get pictures all week of my bee-yoo-tee-ful self! 

Life has been pretty good lately, despite my favorite sister being gone. We get to keep the shades open, and even the windows open! I like to see outside and smell what's going on out there. Mom has started running me and that is keeping me tired! Whew! Mom and Dad sure do give me lots of attention! I like it! 

Mama says in about 2 weeks I'll be blessed with a baby brother! A furry one! I think I'll like that. I like small things! 

Wish me luck! It will be nerve-wracking, but between the super nice trainer, his super nice wife, AND THREE super nice doggies, I think I might be in heaven! BOL!! I'll see if I can get to the computer during the week....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm taking over!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/671547</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 13 May 2010 09:03:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/671547</guid>
		<description>Wow, am I beat! Mom and Dad stuck me in the little car and we drove and drove and drove! We went to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow, am I beat! Mom and Dad stuck me in the little car and we drove and drove and drove! We went to San Diego, and since I'm used to riding in the truck it took effort to get comfortable! 

We went to San Diego! It was exciting! We opted for a picnic on the dog beach at sunset over going to a dog furrendly restaurant! Woot woot! 

Mommy and Daddy are learning new things about me now that Ulli is gone. Ulli had such a strong personality and protective (now we know she was really sick...) streak, it really overshadowed my delicacy, besides, with Ulli I didn't need to worry about anything! I was 'the good one'! Well.... 

It turns out I am a little protective myself! Where's Ulli's protection went to 50 feet, mine is only about 20 feet! I have always been okay with other dogs, but at the dog park I said 'get away'! I'll bite you! It wasn't a crazy bark like Ulli, just a deep warning bark. 

Mom and Dad were perplexed! They didn't know what to do! They said, Joey, you're the good one! What's happening? I had to tell them, I'm taking over! I have to! Besides, those dogs that stormed me at the dog park the other day FREAKED ME OUT! 

Luckily the sun set and we went to the hotel. We were on the 3rd floor and - get this - you could see BETWEEN the stair steps on the way up! I looked between every one and was very very cautious! Mom and Dad were proud of me. Sometimes I think these humans are stupid, what are they thinking putting holes between the steps? Sheesh! Maybe they're tryin' to weed out the really skinny ones? 

I am SO HAPPY to be back home! Whew! I missed cuddling with my bed!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm going on a trip!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/671208</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 11 May 2010 09:53:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/671208</guid>
		<description>Guess where Mommy and Daddy are taking me? San Diego, California! Daddy has business there and me an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess where Mommy and Daddy are taking me? San Diego, California! Daddy has business there and me and Mom are going for the ride! Dad is like our travel agent, he has found dog friendly hotels, beaches, AND RESTAURANTS! Boy, I've never been to a restaurant before! I'm excited! 

Mama is going to take me for a run in a minute, to help me from being too bouncy! Ha ha! We'll only be there for one and a half days, but I'm excited! I've had a bath and I'm ready to shine for the world! Or, San Diego! Wonder how many restaurants we can hit in that time.... :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bath time!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670933</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 9 May 2010 18:06:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670933</guid>
		<description>Bath time! That's what Mama said! I thought she was talking about her and Daddy! I mean, they bathe  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bath time! That's what Mama said! I thought she was talking about her and Daddy! I mean, they bathe a lot, you know... 

But NO! It was MY bath time! Shoot! I was shaking and shivering and trembling, I've never done that before, but without Ulli, would they have to wash me twice to make up for her??? 

Thank goodness no!! 

Now I am all clean and white and fuzzy like a spring chicken! Mama took me to the dog park a minute ago, the dogs there were so hyper and boisterous! I found it to be rude! I told them so! Mama and I played in another part, then I gave those dogs a taste of their own medicine! I said, 'Grrrr' and ran them down! How's that feel, huh? Mama smacked my butt and we went into another part of the dog park. Humph! 

I am a tired doggie! Bath, walks, yesterday was picnics and people, whatever will tomorrow bring? I better get a nap in before then!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Big Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670708</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 May 2010 18:52:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670708</guid>
		<description>Hi y'all! I had a big 'ol day today. 

I took a field trip with Mom and Dad, we went to the vet Ul ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi y'all! I had a big 'ol day today. 

I took a field trip with Mom and Dad, we went to the vet Ulli went to heaven in to pay for the cremation, that was kind of weird, mom was upset and I just wanted outta there! 

Then we went to PetSmart, where I saw my favorite trainer, Ann! She was tickled pink to see me and loved me all over! Mama had to tell her about Ulli, she thinks it's important that people know there was a reason for her mean-ness. Ann was very sad too. 

After mingling at PetSmart Mom ordered some good foods at Olive Garden and we went to a carnival in the mall parking lot while we waited. I was okay with the dings and sounds and loud noises, people kept thinking I was a wolf!! How 'bout that? That's pretty cool. 

I sniffed sheeps and goats, chickens, ducks and I saw mini-horsies! The grownups were enamored by me and I let 4-5 people pet me at once! Mom and Dad were so proud their mouths were hanging open! 

Ummm, then we went on a picnic at a park and laid on the grass. I had some mussels and scallops and cheese! Mmmm! (Now I'm a little gassy...) I saw kids there and I thought they were a little too sketchy, but I let them pet me - grudgingly! THEN we went to PetCo to get my new doggie food! 

I fell plumb asleep as soon as I got in the car. AND I got a new toy! Whew! What a day! 

We all took a nap when we got home! Mom says tomorrow I get a walk and we're going to a playground! I love slides! 

Mama also says that since they have been working with Ulli so much my 'loose leash walking' skills have gone a little downhill. Well, what do you expect? 

I like this attention. It helps me feel better. My family and I really appreciate all the kind words from all our furrends on Dogster. Mama says Dogster has the most nicest dogs ever! We are so thankful for what we have now.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm an only dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670567</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 May 2010 19:46:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everybody. I'm so sad. I'm so depressed. My sister Ulli went to the Rainbow Bridge today, she was ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everybody. I'm so sad. I'm so depressed. My sister Ulli went to the Rainbow Bridge today, she was only three! I'm an only dog for now. 

No offense to human people, but I had a pretty good hunch something wasn't right with her. My poor sister. She had some real booty problems. What a personal area to have problems in! 

On the up side, Ulli will be young forever. She will never suffer from arthritis or cataracts! We're gonna miss the tar outta her. But we know she's in a better place. She's running like the wind, playing with other dogs, chasing birdies and small animals, and sunbathing - one of her favorite activities. I hear they have a LOT of Kong Wubba squeakers at the Rainbow Bridge. She'll be pleased!! She is in good company up there too. We know that. 

I hear I get to go for a ride tomorrow, we're going to town and Mom and Dad said I can go to PetSmart and mingle! I'm excited. It will be nice to get out. 

Thanks to everyone for their support. It has meant so much to my family.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ups and downs, ups and downs, ups and downs.....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670302</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 May 2010 09:58:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/670302</guid>
		<description>Life has been a real roller coaster lately. Ulli has been in a bad way and we were sure she had anal ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Life has been a real roller coaster lately. Ulli has been in a bad way and we were sure she had anal gland cancer. She had all the symptoms and the doctors called her pockets of infection 'masses'. That means TUMOR, y'all. 

I have stepped up and been barking more at people walking by because I knew Ulli would want it that way. 

Ulli is pretty lethargic, lying on the bed all day with Mama, getting pet gently and told what a good and pretty girl she is. I have been snuggling with them too, off and on. Ulli's bottom hurts. Mom and Dad have been crying buckets and saying everything to Ulli they could think of. 

AND THEN......

The vet calls! The biopsy from the masses? It's real bad infection. NO CANCER. Mom and Dad were so relieved they cried again! I'm relieved I won't have to lose my sister. 

However, the infection is deep, bad, and in a hard to treat place. The vet said it's going to be a long road to recovery. Mom says she's gonna ask about IV antibiotics when they go pick up more pills today. 

Ulli is getting something like SIX pills per day. I was feeling left out, so Daddy pilled me with tiny pieces of hot dog, then I got to eat another piece of hot dog for a reward! I feel ya, Ulli! We took turns, Ulli got pilled, then me, then Ulli, then me! 

(sigh).... So exhausted now! Relieved, exhausted, happy, and aggressively wanting to get rid of this infection! 

Thinkin' of my sweet sista! She WILL play and run with the bike again!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hooray! Hooray! Mama is home!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/669976</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 May 2010 12:47:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/669976</guid>
		<description>I sure hope Mama being home doesn&acirc;€™t interrupt my nap time&acirc;€&brvbar;  Ulli and I are very happy she gets t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I sure hope Mama being home doesnâ€™t interrupt my nap timeâ€¦  Ulli and I are very happy she gets to spend more time with us now that her job has gone away. Yesterday I got to take a ride into town to pick up Ulli from the vet! I was like a social butterfly! Flitting about the waiting room, as long as my leash would let me, sniffing others and smiling at them. It was fun! We picked up Ulli â€“ boy was I happy to see her! I love Ulli!! She left this morning with Mama, then Mama came back without her! 

People asked us â€“ â€˜you brought your dog to the vet for fun?â€™ Ha ha ha ha! They donâ€™t know itâ€™s the little things that pleasure me! 

Ulli is a little under the weather and her booty smells different. Different like shaved, cut open, sutured, and infected. Poor Ulli! I am trying to be quiet and gentle around her. I sure hope Mama will take me for a walk later though! We donâ€™t have to tell Ulliâ€¦ 

I donâ€™t want my best friend to go away. Mama says weâ€™ll just have to see. Tic, toc, tic, tocâ€¦ 

I think Iâ€™ll take a nap on the nice, soft bed next to Ulli while we waitâ€¦..]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm not alone!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/662883</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 06:43:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ulli's home! And she smells different! Especially her bottom! Oh, I'm SO happy! I missed Ulli! I mis ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ulli's home! And she smells different! Especially her bottom! Oh, I'm SO happy! I missed Ulli! I missed her so much I didn't go to the bathroom myself.... so when she got home Daddy says I had the stinkiest 'relief poopie' on the floor inside. My bowels are connected to my heart! What can I say? BOL!! 

At least I'm not stopped up like Ulli was!! 

We have a lot of playing to do! I was awful lonely when she wasn't here! Gotta go!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Where's Ulli? In the hospital?!?!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/662260</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:38:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/662260</guid>
		<description>OMG! Mom took Ulli away early this morning and they were gone ALL DAY!!! The blinds were shut, that' ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMG! Mom took Ulli away early this morning and they were gone ALL DAY!!! The blinds were shut, that's so Ulli can't see out and get all worked up, but being the only one home I really HAD to see out! Where the heck did everyone go?!?!?!?

Mom FINALLY came home nearly 12 hours after she and Ulli left! Where's Ulli? No Ulli? 

Oh, no. Mom says Ulli's staying at the hospital. She had to get sedated, get labs drawn, get a rectal exam, AND get x-rays. Wow! What gives?

Ulli is impacted. Very very very constipated. All the way up her belly. Poor Ulli! We thought she was a little cranky, but had no idea it could be something like this! 

Not only that, but she has polyps that are bleeding at her poop hole. :(   The vet said German Shepherds are famous for getting polyps. Because she'll be 3 on April 2nd it's not real likely it's cancer, but you never know until after the biopsy. 

The vet didn't like the thought of a raw or BARF diet. Mom had to try to explain to him briefly about it. Luckily her impaction is not all bones, you can't tell what it is. 

I suspect it could be my piggy! Is it my piggy? Mom says she might have to remove all stuffed animals from the house if that's what it is!!!! 

So what are they gonna do??? 

They're gonna try to get it out with hydration and laxatives. If that doesn't work they will have to do surgery. We'll keep you updated. 

I'm sure lonely.......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Miss y'all!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/661743</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:06:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/661743</guid>
		<description>Oh how I miss my Dogster furrends! Mama says she's workin' so much and goin' to school on this 'ol c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh how I miss my Dogster furrends! Mama says she's workin' so much and goin' to school on this 'ol computer and we just haven't been good enuff to get our turn on the computer I guess! Poor us! 

On the good side, Mom and Dad took us to a NEW DOG PARK here in our little tiny town! There were about 6 dogs there and I even got to go in and play with them! 

I preferred playing with Mama, but I was all social and pretty and all the doggies wanted to hump me! Mama said that was a compliment, but I was happy every time she shooed them off me! BOL! 

That was mon-yoo-men-tol in my and Mama's book! Ulli isn't nice enough to play at the dog park, but we'll keep hoping!!! 

If anyone is wonderin', we're getting fed yummy good, are very happy and exercised, and we're getting a bath in about a week! Slightly needing a bath is not much of a hardship in my book! BOL!!

We love you, all our furrends!!! We're gonna put it on our calendar to get on here again WAY MORE OFTEN! 

Barks and waggs!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bath curious!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/654047</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 8 Feb 2010 20:04:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/654047</guid>
		<description>I&acirc;€™m getting brave, y&acirc;€™all! Sometimes I&acirc;€™ll peek into the bathroom when mom is in there, but if s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Iâ€™m getting brave, yâ€™all! Sometimes Iâ€™ll peek into the bathroom when mom is in there, but if she even looks or talks to me I scurry away like a little mousie! 

You see, I didnâ€™t have a bath my whole life, for almost 2 years. Then my Mom and Dad picked me and Ulli up for the first time (we had just met! Kinda) and took us across the country, THEN forced us in a bath! It was horror! I cried at the door the whole time Ulli was in there! We were both phobic of the bath after that. 

Nowadays we get showers in the back yard with the hose. That bathroom has such a stigma! Ooooh! Scary!!! Those memories! That echo! 

Then one day, I decided to get brave! What if I went into the bathroom while Mama is in the bath? What if I sit and lie down? I did it! I even let her pet me with her wet hands! She said I was bath-baptized! I hung out in there with her. 

Iâ€™m still alive to tell about it!! 

Bravery can be a scary thing, but if youâ€™re lucky (and I was!!!) it isnâ€™t so bad! Whew! Conquered the bathroom!!! Next? The world!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/652980</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 3 Feb 2010 19:51:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/652980</guid>
		<description>My furrend Jolanda tagged me and Ulli! We are to tell you 10 things we loooove! Here goes!

Things ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My furrend Jolanda tagged me and Ulli! We are to tell you 10 things we loooove! Here goes!

Things I loveâ€¦..

1. FOOD!! I love raw meat, tuna, kibble, and food processed veggies!

2. I love the bed. Mom and Dad think itâ€™s their bed, but I guarantee I spend more time on it! 

3. I love Ulli. She is a lot of fun to play with! And I ALWAYS win!!! 

4. I love Mommy. Sheâ€™s my favorite Mommy! She is nice to me and gives me lots of gentle pets and kisses.

5. I love Daddy. Heâ€™s acceptable when Mommyâ€™s not around. 

6. I love sunbathing. Sitting in the yard, basking in the sun, feeling the warmth on me is really nice.

7. I love when I can BUMP Ulli out of the way and get the pawrents attention without them knowing what I did!! BOL!! Sometimes it pays to be a big girl!

8. I love â€˜me timeâ€™. When Mom and Dad come home for lunch I usually stay upstairs. Itâ€™s right in the middle of my nap time! Theyâ€™re leaving again anyway, Iâ€™ll see them later! I love when they come home for the night too!

9. I love taking Ulliâ€™s toys and hiding them! Okay, so I ALWAYS hide them upstairs in plain sight, but it still takes her awhile to find them! 

10. I love training. It stretches my brain, I catch on quick and I feel SOOO smart!!!


I don't know who to tag - so if you have read this and haven't been tagged yet, YOU'RE TAGGED! How 'bout that? BOL! 

Have a good day everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Owie!?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/652742</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Feb 2010 20:19:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/652742</guid>
		<description>I'm restless, I'm whiney, I'm a fidget! We ran that one day, fell down, took
a day off, then ran ag ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm restless, I'm whiney, I'm a fidget! We ran that one day, fell down, took
a day off, then ran again, and daddy ran us the next day.

Mama says she has a bruise and it still hurts, so she thinks maybe I have a
bruise too.

She rubbed my hips this morning and it really felt good! Thanks Mama! She
says I need a hot salt wet towel for my hips. Then I'll need a bath! She
said that's okay, we're starting to smell 'doggy' anyways. Humph.

Reckon I  can sit still enough to let a hot wet salt towel to help me?

I know! What if we introduce hot dogs into the equation? Hmmm!! I think that
could work - no sense in not trying, huh? BOL!!

Update: Daddy took us on a really slooooooow bike ride, he said it was really a walk, and I loved it! I had fun and clowned around with Ulli! I seemed okay, do you think it could be that Mom and Dad are on MY bed at night? That's MYYY bed! I LOVE it! It LOVES me! Hm. Mama says she's keeping a close eye on me. Maybe a hand too - she can pet me!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The socialite!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/651819</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:04:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/651819</guid>
		<description>I'm officially a socialite! Mama had people over for the first time last night! They were nice knitt ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm officially a socialite! Mama had people over for the first time last night! They were nice knitting ladies. I was curious and wanted to sniff them! Who are you? Where have you been? What does your house smell like? 

One lady smelled like a BUNNY! She said her bunny's name is Joey too!! Wow! How about that??

They fed me cheese and hot dogs, and I did a high five, laid down, and rolled over! Yeah, I was showing off! 

The first lady was super interesting, and by the time the second lady came over I was a little worn out! The second lady was a little nervous, but my smile put her at ease eventually!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spilt milk</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/651029</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:34:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/651029</guid>
		<description>Don't cry over spilt milk! That's what Mama said when we took tumble # 2 on the bike yesterday!! Who ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Don't cry over spilt milk! That's what Mama said when we took tumble # 2 on the bike yesterday!! Whoops! Ulli & I were trying to anticipate Mama turning left, and misjudged! We turned left, tumbled over each other, and then Mama fell down too! She said she is very happy she didn't get road rash! She landed on her hands, backwards like a crab! She says I get the night off tonight because although I'm not limping she thinks I got the worst of the fall (between me and Ulli that is). 

Mama found us two cow femur bones at the butcher. She says they are HUGE! We're waiting for them to thaw out, but I'm pretty sure they are for us and not soup! BOL!! Wish us luck! I'll be dreaming of femurs tonight!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sweet sleepy me!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/649845</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:04:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/649845</guid>
		<description>Mama says I'm the sweetest dog ever. Just wanted to put that out there. She had a big day at work an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mama says I'm the sweetest dog ever. Just wanted to put that out there. She had a big day at work and watched Daddy get some surgical procedure, when she got home I cuddled with her and we slept for 90 minutes! I love my Mommy! I love to cuddle too! Sometimes people get real busy and don't have a lot of time to cuddle! 

Everyone, take a minute to cuddle! Or... better yet, five! Or thirty! Or more! Cuddling is real nice. Try it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Me me me me me me!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/648315</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:41:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/648315</guid>
		<description>Woof woof! I'm a diary pick of the day! Sweet 'ol me! Yay! Thanks Dogster, I do well with positive r ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Woof woof! I'm a diary pick of the day! Sweet 'ol me! Yay! Thanks Dogster, I do well with positive reinforcement! BOL!!! 

Speaking of positive reinforcement, I'm doing GREAT with my 'Relax on a Mat' exercise! I lie right down, and I've started shifting from hip to hip! Mom says when I shift my weight to one hip while lying down I'm relaxed more. So I go left, (treat), right, (treat), left, (treat), right, (treat) and so on!! 

Mama says since I'm SO good it's time to up the ante! I have to start lowering my head and maybe lay it down on the mat? Then she says we'll start 'Relax on a Max' in different places in the house! Oooh! Variety! 

Thanks to all my people out there at Dogster! I love each and every one of you!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a pro at relaxing!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/647541</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Jan 2010 10:00:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/647541</guid>
		<description>You say, &quot;Jump&quot;, I say, &quot;How high?&quot;
You say, &quot;Relax&quot;, I say &quot;Okay!&quot;

We're learning a new behavio ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You say, "Jump", I say, "How high?"
You say, "Relax", I say "Okay!"

We're learning a new behavior! It's called 'Relax on a Mat'. We have a special towel just for this exercise. Mom says she's waiting for me to relax on my own. In less than 5 minutes, I'm lying down, have my weight shifted to one hip, and am content! This is a fun exercise! Can we do it again? 

This will teach me and Ulli how to relax on our own in other situations. She says. Me? I'm fine! But I do like to get Ulli worked up! BOL!!! It's fun! And easy!! BOL BOL!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We're HOOOOOOOOOME!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/646598</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Jan 2010 15:15:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/646598</guid>
		<description>Hip hip hooray! There's no place like home! There's no place like home! 

We had an okay time at t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hip hip hooray! There's no place like home! There's no place like home! 

We had an okay time at the bored place, but it was pretty boring. We thought mama and daddy had left us, but one day they came back!!! Weeeeee! I had been saving my energy for something - I pummeled mommy and she is a little beat up to show for it! 

We got home, took a bike ride and had baths (BRRRRR! - outside with the hose!) and had a lot of make-up snuggling to do! We're still trying to make up.

There's no place like home! There's no place like home! There's no place like home! We are soooooo happy! 

We really missed our Dogster furrends too! We felt like pioneers being without an internet connection!! BOL!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>B-b-b-bored....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/643174</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:01:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/643174</guid>
		<description>We're gonna be.... b-b-b-bored? Really? Mama says we're takin' a two week vacation. Me and Ulli toge ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We're gonna be.... b-b-b-bored? Really? Mama says we're takin' a two week vacation. Me and Ulli together. Hmph. She says we're taking our new best beds, our favorite toys and some good food. She says we're goin' tomorrow. Where are you goin', Mama and Daddy? 

They are goin' to do some family holiday stuff they say. Hurry back! We'll miss you! 

Mama says she misses me so much already she almost can't leave. If only those plane tickets weren't so expensive, and the family hadn't been waiting for months!!! BOL! 

Y'all hang in there for me. I'll see if I can get the kennel guy to let me peek online and read some of your blogs while we're away! They're nice people....

The kennel is heated. Ulli and I get to share a room. I might go BONKERS if Ulli is not with me. We also have access to some outside. Not bad, Mama! 

You guys wanna send me soothing thoughts? I might be a little nervous you know. Deep slow breaths, just like Mama says......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Got you last!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/640741</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Dec 2009 15:51:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/640741</guid>
		<description>I play a new game with my Mom and Dad! It's called 'Got you last!', and you have to say it with enth ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I play a new game with my Mom and Dad! It's called 'Got you last!', and you have to say it with enthusiasm! BOL!

Mama tags me and says, "Got you last!", then I take my paw and tag her and she says, "You got me last!", and we repeat over and over again! It's a fun game! 

Sometimes I get so excited I wiggle all over and take Mama's hand in my mouth! I got YOU last!! Or I'll tag her five times in a row! Ha! Then run away! BOL!! 

Got YOU last! BOL!! It's a fun game!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>P.S.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/639389</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Dec 2009 16:27:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/639389</guid>
		<description>Dear Thanksgiving Turkey,

P.S. - I forgot to tell you how much I am thankful for my dog bed, and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Thanksgiving Turkey,

P.S. - I forgot to tell you how much I am thankful for my dog bed, and my other dog bed and my other dog bed. 

I'd like to request a new dog bed 'cause we're gonna be bored kinda soon and I think it's appropriate. Since I'll be bored on my BIRTHDAY you know. 

I know you wanna make dog beds like a magician, Mama, but can we PLEEEEEEASE get just a couple more while you work on perfecting that skill? PLEEEEEEAAASE? 

I LOVE dog beds. People beds. Couches? Eh. Beds are where the smooshy cushy is at! Sigh. Is it naptime?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thanksfullness</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/638673</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:59:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/638673</guid>
		<description>I am thanksful! Here's some things I'm thanksful for:

1. Shelter! It keeps the sand outta my pret ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am thanksful! Here's some things I'm thanksful for:

1. Shelter! It keeps the sand outta my pretty coat, and keeps me from getting a sunburn! It makes the elements gentler. 

2. FOOD!! I loooove me some food! I get good food too! Raw stuff, I feel like a real wild animal! Except I have my own furniture and stuff. 

3. My sister Ulli. She's fun to play with, even if she is a little weird. I'll always win if we get serious, so who cares, right? She's teaching me how to squeak toys! We're very different.

4. My cute face and eyes. They get me EVERYWHERE and many things I probably would not get otherwise! 

5. My white fluffly clean fur. I get a bath once a month. When I'm freshly clean Mama can't keep her hands off of me! I loooove me a petting! 

6. My down comforter. You might think it's Mama & Daddy's, but I just let them use it. I'm using it for prevention. I'm almost 3 years old, and I'm trying to preserve my old bones already! Prevention saves lives! BOL!

7. My Daddy. He is big and strong and I know if I get in a pickle he can pick me up! Even if it does make me real tense! Daddy has been feeding us a lot lately, and this makes me love him even more! Bearer of food!

8. My Mama. I've got her wrapped around my little paw! If I say jump, she says, "How high?" I love my Mama. We're snuggle buddies and I can stick my head in her armpit and disappear. It's nice to have the option. 

9. My Dogster furrends!! All 'yall furrends are so nice and just make my day! I love reading about you and your adventures! You guys are real inspiring and making my life more adventurous too! Thanks!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Joey Mind Tricks</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/635889</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:30:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/635889</guid>
		<description>Isn't that what they're called? When I think REAL hard about something, then I look deep into Mama's ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Isn't that what they're called? When I think REAL hard about something, then I look deep into Mama's eyes, trying to SHOOT my thought from my head to hers! I get right in front of her so we're face to face! 

It works! It works!

So far it has worked twice. Once I was r-e-a-l-l-y hungry, so I tried Jedi, or, Joey mind tricks. It worked! The second time I r-e-a-l-l-y wanted to go for a bike ride. It worked too! 

It didn't take too long for Mama to get my mental message either! I have strong brain waves, and she has an easy brain! BOL!!

I wonder if I can start getting her to sit and stay? Hmm. Maybe 'wait'... BOL!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>School's out for-ever!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/634675</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:37:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>BOL! Okay, maybe not for-EVER..... But I missed graduation! What's up with that? Well, Mama was real ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ BOL! Okay, maybe not for-EVER..... But I missed graduation! What's up with that? Well, Mama was really sick that week, and the week after, and she said I'm a graduate in her eyes anyway! Now she said she has school and work and is too busy to take me! 

That's okay, because I think I'd like to repeat Intermediate, I'm not quite ready for Advanced yet! We've been in classes for 6 months now, Mama says it's time for rest! 

Maybe now that we're microchipped she'll register us with the AKC and we can find some of their training things! Boy would that be fun! We loooove German Shepherds! 

Since I'm on school break, nap time!! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm an Ulli imposter!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/633001</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 4 Nov 2009 09:00:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/633001</guid>
		<description>That's me! That's me, an Ulli imposter!!! 

Last night it was very dark and Mommy and Daddy were g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ That's me! That's me, an Ulli imposter!!! 

Last night it was very dark and Mommy and Daddy were going to sleep. They said goodnight to us already, and knew I was on the bed. Mama said, "Ulli? Where's Ulli? Wanna come up here Ulli?" 

It was dark, so I pounced at the opportunity! I wiggled and wormed and snuggled under her arm and said, "Here I am! I'm Ulli! And I love you! Let's cuddle!"

She was pleased at first, until she realized I am NOT Ulli!!! Imposter! Ulli and I are different she says. Yeah, but she bought it at first! 

Har-dee-har-har-har! 

You don't need Ulli, Mama, you only need Me! I can cuddle and snuggle and I love the bed, I'll answer to anything too! BOL!

Just cause I'm busted doesn't mean I'll stop trying!! BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>T-t-t-toenails?!?!?!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/631162</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:08:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/631162</guid>
		<description>Oh, you shoulda been there. Mama and Daddy decided to get together and cut toenails! I was my usual  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, you shoulda been there. Mama and Daddy decided to get together and cut toenails! I was my usual "NO WAY!!" self, but then Mama started saying my praise word, "Yes!" every clip! Wait-a-minute, now I'm confused! Let me think about that a little bit.... and suddenly they were done! 

Not without consequence though, I've had the runs for a couple days and nights now! That's my nervous tummy. It's the price they must pay. At least this time I've made it outside each time (knock on carpet!)! Whew!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Can you guess my new sport?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/629074</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:34:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/629074</guid>
		<description>I've officially taken up a new sport! My pawrents couldn't believe it! It's a mystery! I want you's  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've officially taken up a new sport! My pawrents couldn't believe it! It's a mystery! I want you's to guess! I'll give some hints.... 

I follow my nose, wherever it goes,
up in the air, on a surface up there,
My tummy leads me to the way,
My mama notices right away! 

And the final hint:
Surfs up!!! 

BOL BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>School day and poopie mouth</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/625897</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:06:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/625897</guid>
		<description>Tonight I go to school Mama says! Yaaay! The weather just started cooling down and I think I'm going ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tonight I go to school Mama says! Yaaay! The weather just started cooling down and I think I'm going to wear a light jacket! I'll see if I can get a picture. I think I look like Donna Reed in it, or, that style anyway! 

I got Daddy good yesterday! We were all outside and I ate poop, then I walked right over and kissed him on the mouth! He was sweet until he caught a whiff of what I had been doing! OOhhh, it was so funny! He made a weird sound, and the funniest face, then ran inside! Mama and I didn't stop laughing for a long time. 

For some reason Mama wasn't feeling like kisses after that! BOL! What fun pawents we have!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Star of the Show</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/624723</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:17:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/624723</guid>
		<description>Well, I did it! I was the star of the show at dog class! But not in the greatest way.... 

See, we ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I did it! I was the star of the show at dog class! But not in the greatest way.... 

See, we were doing 'wait' by the big outside doors. There was a German Shepherd calling to me from the parking lot. The trainer took my leash and I turned into a fish on a line! I pulled right out of my collar and I was...

FREE!! And very panicked!! Running around the PetSmart parking lot! Dog help me! Everyone was yelling at me, I saw Mama calling me but I was so panicked I didn't come to her! I was searching for the car! Where's the car! Luckily Mama opened the car doors and was honking the horn to lure me - it worked! And I didn't want to get out of the car at all! 

It was a big scare for all of us! This shows the importance of the 'come' command, and Mama wonders how does she smack sense into a panicked dog who doesn't come? She said she might not ever let me out of the house again. In a good way.

I did get a new toy out of it! Woo! I like my new toy, a stuffed bear! Thanks, Ma!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Alll byyy myyy-selllf....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/624323</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:07:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/624323</guid>
		<description>That's what I'm gonna be in class tonight! Ulli is staying home from dog class this week and I get t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ That's what I'm gonna be in class tonight! Ulli is staying home from dog class this week and I get to be the only dog to go with Mama! 

You might think I'm sad and lonely, but secretly I'm so happy!! I got a bath yesterday and without Ulli there to scare people, they're not going to be able to take their hands off me!!! Oh, yes, I plan on stealing the show! Smiling and looking so cute and magical as I do. I managed to 'catch' a couple last week at dog class, they followed me all around the store and finally had to ask Mama if they could pet my boo-tee-ful-ness! Of course we obliged!

I'm center stage tonight! Hope I don't get carsick on the way!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Eager to Please</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/620409</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:11:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/620409</guid>
		<description>You want me to jump, Mama? How high? Vertically or horozontally? You want me to roll over too? Put s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You want me to jump, Mama? How high? Vertically or horozontally? You want me to roll over too? Put some flair into it? I can! Just say the word! Wanna 'high five'? How 'bout some chase? I'm game for that too! How 'bout you adore me and rub me all over, especially my belly? I work for pets!! 

I am so eager to please. I WUV it when Mama or Papa says 'YES'! It means I done something good! It makes me soooo happy. 

Mama and Daddy went away for a WHOLE day last weekend. Ulli and I counted on our front paws, 16 hours! We did not pee or poo in the house. But we were ready to! We really wanted to go, but when they got home they smelled like the beach! Ick! We don't really like it there! Not too much! I'm glad we got out of going, somehow!! I got to lounge on my king size bed with pillows and blankies.... Ahhh. I love my big peeple bed! Only a crazy human would choose *sand* over a bed! Sheesh!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a diary pick of the day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/618713</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 3 Sep 2009 09:27:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/618713</guid>
		<description>Wow! Look at me! I'm a diary pick of the day! Ooooo!! Wow! AND, as if it couldn't get any better, my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow! Look at me! I'm a diary pick of the day! Ooooo!! Wow! AND, as if it couldn't get any better, my White GS friend Geno is ALSO a diary pick of the day! We're right next to each other! He's a big pup, I'm a young adult! We both have satellite ears though!! 

We're going to be household names!! Mama says 'toilet' is a household name too... she's keeping me humble! 

Mama took Ulli to a softball game last night without me!! What's up with that??? When they got home they promised to only take me from now on! I coulda told 'em that! 

I am walking lighter and bouncier on my paws today because I have been acknowledged by the gods of Dogster!!! (sigh) I feel sooo special. I love being special! Thanks, Dogster gods!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mommy? Daddy? Is that you?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/618580</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Sep 2009 15:19:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/618580</guid>
		<description>What a week! We went to the beach, Ulli was a big patsy and was pretty insecure about the water and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What a week! We went to the beach, Ulli was a big patsy and was pretty insecure about the water and people and dogs, but I was a champ! I was curious and sweet and beautiful! I even jumped in the shallow part of the water if my mommy did it first! I jumped over a wave! I didn't want to get my ears wet! It was such a new experience, I was really excited and overwhelmed! It was kind of hard to focus on mama and daddy! 

We went to our second dog class Monday and Ulli and I did everything the dog trainer told us. Then when it was mom and dad's turn Ulli said, "Yeah right! You're MY human, you'll do as I say!" They didn't like that much! They decided they should be more our leaders and STOP fawning over us and bowing to our cuteness every time they see us .  Really? The first day it was weird! Mama? Is that you? But you aren't cooing over me! Are you okay? Then when she did pay me attention I paid total attention to her!! I've got to take all I can get! I even played with all the toys she handed me! I wonder how long this new mom and dad is going to last? I guess as long as I get love, a soft bed, and food I'll be okay! I'll keep you posted!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Intermediate Class, Day One!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/616749</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:19:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/616749</guid>
		<description>Hooray! We went back to school! I was hoping we would, I liked it the first time! Mom and dad said I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hooray! We went back to school! I was hoping we would, I liked it the first time! Mom and dad said I was more focused than Ulli, something about her being 'rusty' from a 10 week break from school. I took the lead this time, no more scardey cat Joey! I'm done with that! I told Ulli when we got there, "Follow my lead, I know these peeps!" and she did! I saw my sweet friend Lily, and Romeo too! 

They were having us do kind of weird things - like 'wait'? Hm. That's a new one! And sit and stay while people moved and made noise! It was something! Pretty distracting, but mama says it was supposed to be! It was a lot of fun to have Ulli there with me! She didn't steal my thunder at all! She has her own thunder! 

Boy, I was worn out after that. Mama says we have some serious studying to do for next class! Yay!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Training day one..</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/616404</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:40:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/616404</guid>
		<description>Today we go to dog class! Me AND Ulli, together! Mom says daddy gets to come with us today, but usua ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today we go to dog class! Me AND Ulli, together! Mom says daddy gets to come with us today, but usually we will go with only her. We better behave!! Yesterday I had ants in my pants I was so excited! Is it time to go yet? I wanna GOOOO!! Some of my dog furrends from my Beginner class should be there, I can introduce Ulli to them!! Wish me luck! I hope I'm not too antsy and can focus! I'm just sooo excited! 

(Tail wagging furiously, wagging whole back end)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a hunter!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/614889</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:08:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/614889</guid>
		<description>I am a natural hunter. In my first home my white family and I were the best at hunting squirrels, bu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am a natural hunter. In my first home my white family and I were the best at hunting squirrels, bunnies, moles, gophers, voles, even birdies! Now that I'm a prissy house dog I don't get to work out my hunting instinct. I know toys aren't real. Well no more!!!! I found NEW PREY!! I am an official hunter of these animals that come out at night, they are unpredictable and fast! Mama calls them big crickets, but I'm not sure what we call them. Bouncers? They do like to bounce! I watch closely and hold so still, waiting for a bouncer. I just want to smell you! Wait! Come here! I wonder how they taste?? Luckily mama lets me hunt outside before bed, they are out then!! Thanks ma! I feel so natural when I'm hunting bouncers! 

Mama says she's going to brush me more. Okay! She's said that before. I have gotten brushed the past two days, ma says I look like I'm a sheep being shorn when I'm brushed, I just don't lose my hair!! Silly mama. I am NOT a sheep! I'm just losing my summer coat, getting ready to grow my winter coat!! It's about that time!! 

Happy day to my Dogster furrends! Thanks for all the congrats on graduation! Fall break is over and we are back in training - pre-training mom calls it, for class in one week!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Graduate</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/613309</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:21:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/613309</guid>
		<description>That's me! I graduated Beginner Education class at PetSmart!! I am so happy! I feel smarter! Do I lo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ That's me! I graduated Beginner Education class at PetSmart!! I am so happy! I feel smarter! Do I look smarter? Mama says we're taking one week off, then Ulli and I will engage in 'Intermediate Education' - together!! Mama has been telling me not to hog the attention and be too pushy to Ulli when we get there. But I'M cuter! Outta my way, Ulli!! Oh well, I'll sleep on it mama. I'll let you know what I decide when we get there! Whoopee!! I have a picture of me with my graduation cap, I need to herd mama into posting it! Stay tuned!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>High Five!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/609517</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:19:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/609517</guid>
		<description>Gimme five! I know, I was holding out on the shake thing. I don't see anyone else shaking hands arou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gimme five! I know, I was holding out on the shake thing. I don't see anyone else shaking hands around here!! Ulli doesn't count! I went to class yesterday night and I saw everyone doing it! So... I gave in. I had what mom calls a 'weak, lackluster shake'. Thanks mom! Whatever that means! Then the trainer came over and asked me to 'high five'! Well, that was kinda fun! More my speed, you know! High five! Yea! And guess what? Ulli's not real good at it. I guess she's more of a Golden Retriever type of German Shepherd!! BOLBOLBOL!! No offense to Goldens, but mama says they are the nicest sweetest dogs in the world, to EVERYONE who comes around! German Shepherds? Ah, not so much... We're both kinda one-family dogs. We don't believe in spreading the love around that much.... I'm thinkin' about it though! People sure like me! 

High five everybody! High five! Good job! 

My brain was smoking at the end of class. I decided to cut out early and rest while everyone else worked their tails off. I 'checked out'. But I slept like a rock last night! 

High five everybody! Shake? Bah! High five!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Shake? Shake what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/608257</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:00:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/608257</guid>
		<description>Look! I can shake my whole body! Oh no? That's wiggle? Oh. Okay. Mom is trying to get me to do this  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Look! I can shake my whole body! Oh no? That's wiggle? Oh. Okay. Mom is trying to get me to do this thing called 'shake'. She keeps grabbing my paw too!! I normally learn SUPER fast, but she wants me to what? I HATE it when people touch my paws, ESPECIALLY the front ones!!!! And NOW you want me to GIVE it to you??? Sorry for all the emotion, I'm such a sensitive dog. I mean, really. Isn't this against all logic? 

Mama brought Ulli outside to show me how to shake. Stop it, Ulli! I'm tryin' to play dumb here! We worked for a long time, but I managed to win! Whew! Hope she forgets about that one! Silly mama. I'm a German Shepherd. Get me to search and rescue! Get me to track and do agility! But shake? What am I, a golden retriever? No!! Silly mama. I'll let you know just how long she lets me play stupid...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Is it just me?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/607534</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:25:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So, I don't wanna be like, stuck up or anything, but yesterday when I went to class people were appr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, I don't wanna be like, stuck up or anything, but yesterday when I went to class people were approaching me before mom even turned the car off!! I'm like a MAGNET for people! Mom says that's the makings of a good therapy dog! We're wondering what the attraction is? Mom says most people drive white cars. So, most people like white dogs too? Hmm. Is it the White German Shepherd thing? Mom says I have an especially wonderful smile, I get it from my daddy, but she also says White German Shepherds are all really striking and beautiful in their own way. The ones she knows, anyway. So what is it? The white? Are we as rare as people think? Lots of people don't even know there's such thing as a White German Shepherd! Maybe I should take a poll! What's your opinion? What is it about me, is it my breed? My color? My smile? I am very gentle and very very sweet mama says. At least in public! Ha ha ha! I can be mischevious at home... but still sweet! 

Class yesterday was good. I got lots of attention, let people pet me, met a malamute/wolf/chow mix who talked to me and was SO striking and handsome!! I also did a perfect 'down stay' - mom walked half an aisle away! I even got to show another dog how to do it! That really made me proud and super smiley! 

So let me know! What do you think about the magnet-like attraction I have? Literally, people walk over to us from across the parking lot, across the store, they ask what I am. Mom never says I'm an angel... guess I'll have to work harder!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mirror mirror on the wall....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/605288</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:40:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/605288</guid>
		<description>Whose the most beautiful Joey of them all? ME!! I had class last night and it was a splendid time! I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whose the most beautiful Joey of them all? ME!! I had class last night and it was a splendid time! It was class #4 and I - get this - SNIFFED OTHER DOGS, and LET OTHER DOGS SNIFF ME!!! This is unprecedented!!! AND? We kinda stood around and hung out together, people and dogs! And nobody got hurt! How about that? 

Several patrons of the store stopped and ooh-ed and ahhh-ed over my good looks. They always love the white dogs! My original mama always tells me to remember the public is fickle! For now though? I'll take it! 

When the neighbor lady came over yesterday it made my bowels go into a tizzy! Yeah, I've got my nervous diarrhea. We were driving and I told mama - I have to gooooo!!! We pulled over on the side of the interstate and I let out a big mushy cow pattie! Whew! Thanks mom! That was just in time! I'm glad we have good communication!! I also sat in the front seat on the way to school, it was a new experience! I'm adventure dog!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's not easy being a shape shifter!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/603354</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Jul 2009 08:52:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Yay! I went to class again last night! I usually walk great on a leash, but when we get to class I P ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yay! I went to class again last night! I usually walk great on a leash, but when we get to class I PULL PULL PULL! I walked around and sniffed other doggies, I let strangers give me treats too! We were working on 'take it' and 'leave it'! I 'take it' every time at home, but I was a little psyched out at class and wasn't cooperating. Mom said we'll work more on that one. The nice trainer lady is awfully stern when she says 'leave it' and 'WRONG' to the crazy jumpy dogs! I got a little scared. I sure hope I don't make her mad! But how could I? I'm sweet Joey! 

One bigger dog made me a little nervous so I shapeshifted and snaked under and through the tiny stool mama was sitting on. Everyone was surprised and asked, "did she just do that?". I am way bigger and taller than under that stool - AND I didn't tip over mama's purse! It's not easy being a shape shifter. I had to let my identity slip there... it was necessary!

Mama talked me into rolling over in class while we waited for our turn. It was okay! I felt pretty good about it. We also did 'loose leash walking', which I did good with the trainer until I saw my mommy, then I could only think of returning to her! MOMMY! I did great when mommy walked me, didn't care about the 'leave it' booby traps AND the teacher said I was, and I quote, "the perfect example of loose leash walking". (Sigh). What a day! I slept the whole way home and had a lot to tell Ulli and daddy about when we got home! 

Tail wags to all! Naptime for me! I have a week off before it's back to the grind Monday at class!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting to know me....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/602924</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Jul 2009 16:41:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I've been schooled again! Last Monday, almost a week ago... Mom has had either me or the computer al ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been schooled again! Last Monday, almost a week ago... Mom has had either me or the computer all tied up so I have not had a chance to write! 

Daddy went to school with us and this time I wasn't bothered when the big metal and glass doors WHOOSHED open!! Nope! We walked around the store and practiced my 'watch me'! It was a little harder with the distraction, but I could do it a little! My teacher Ann spotted us and came over to say hi! I kinda remembered her from last week and I let her give me treats. I even kissed her once! Giggle giggle! Then I got a little shy! 

So we go into the training ring and the teacher took all the dogs around to the other dogs one by one. Oh my! It was actually kind of interesting! I got to sniff some booties and I think I may have made friends! I dunno though, I've never done that before! I got to walk around too, but I was less interested with that one! I got to show off my 'watch me' in front of the whole class! And I did well!! We've been cramming for next week... or... tomorrow! Tomorrow we'll go to class and walk around the store, do 'take it', 'leave it', 'drop it', and loose leash walking! I'm pretty good at all of them! Just need to work on 'take it' a little more! 

Ahhh. School makes my brain stretch and my heart warm! What an ordeal!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/601114</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:46:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/601114</guid>
		<description>My pal Mady sent this to me. 

Copy these questions into your diary and then tag 6 of your other f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My pal Mady sent this to me. 

Copy these questions into your diary and then tag 6 of your other friends.

1. What color is your collar? Basic black

2. What kind of food do you eat? mostly raw, chicken wings, legs, thighs... veggies now and again, eggs... and some kibble to balance me out!

3. What are your favorite treats? CHEESE WHIZ!! 

4. Do you have a Valentine or significant other? My mama. She's my protector. She makes me feel safe and special!

5. Do you get Table Scraps? Nope! We don't really beg. We're not allowed to. But we get treats to make up for it!  

6. What is your favorite toy? My little round baby piggie. Ulli likes to kill it, but I like to take care of it! It's my baby! 

7. When is your Birthday? December 25th! I'm a Christmas baby!

8. How many times a day do you get to eat? We get two meals and one or two snacks of cheese whiz inside beef bones

9. Do you have a favorite color? My favorite color is white! Isn't that all the colors put together? And MY color!! 

10. Do you hope all your pals put this in their diary? - Yes!

Ulli tagged a bunch of friends, so that part is done! Have a great Monday to all our furiends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>F-f-f-f....f-f-first day of sk-sk-skool...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/599687</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:44:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/599687</guid>
		<description>Oh my. Is THIS where Ulli was going when you guys left? You know, on second thought, over two months ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my. Is THIS where Ulli was going when you guys left? You know, on second thought, over two months, I don't wanna go. I went to school for the first class last... Monday night. I am only able to calm down about it and write about it now. 

First, I get carsick. I couldn't hold it any longer and decided to puke when we got to PetSmart. Good thing my tummy was empty. Then we walked by these metal glass looking doors and WHOOSH - they opened! Wha----??? I hit the ground - TAKE COVER!! We went in and got stuck in a little room with a bunch of other big dogs! Luckily we were in a corner and I got to hide behind mama most of the time. There was one dog that kinda looked like Ulli, so (1) I knew I could take her and (2) it was nice to see SOMETHING familiar. Mom was giving me treats and touching my feet. AAHHHHH!!!! 

Mama says it will get better. I am curious about the other doggies. I can take 'em if I have to. I'm strong! 

I slept most of the way home. Zzzzz. That was exhausing!! Do we HAVE to go back? Mama says I have to keep eye contact for 15-20 seconds for homework. In front of THEM? ACK! How am I supposed to focus? Oh jeez. Good thing I am beautiful. Can't I just get by on my looks? We'll see......

And I've been tagged!!!! Do I get a chance to study for this one? What? Oh, mama says this one will be easy.... okay... gimme a minute...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>No run?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/597866</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:06:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/597866</guid>
		<description>So I was limping around a little bit, something I do every now and again. Mom said, 'No running for  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So I was limping around a little bit, something I do every now and again. Mom said, 'No running for you tomorrow!' I was so happy! Score! I get to be l-a-z-y!! 

Well, after a good night's sleep I awoke with boundless energy! Mom said, 'No running for you! You're on light duty!' Aww, really mom?? Really? 

Ulli and I were bouncing around, stalking our toys and then shaking the tar out of them!! 

Mom was putting on her socks and Ulli and I teamed up against her! Ulli - you get the sock! I'll get her foot! Mom says she hopes we have a house left when she gets home from work today! Ulli and I are energetic due to lack of a run this morning - watch out!! Anything moving is game! 

All I know is, I wanna p-l-a-y!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm goin' to skoool!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/596663</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 19:42:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/596663</guid>
		<description>Yea!! Mom says I'm going to school! She says we'll start in a week! I'm going to be the cutest dog a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yea!! Mom says I'm going to school! She says we'll start in a week! I'm going to be the cutest dog and win some friends with my big smile! All I know about school is that mom and Ulli leave for a few hours and come home smelling like hot dogs! Yay!! I want to smell like hot dogs! That means I can eat them, right? I guess Ulli took some sort of big test today, she's pretty wiped out! Mommy is cleaning and we are keeping her happy and on balance! When do we get to run again, mom? Tuesday? Oh, okay!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Have you ever seen a real, live, KITTY???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/595918</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 06:26:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/595918</guid>
		<description>I have seen squirrels, bunnies, and now in the desert I've seen coyotes, jackrabbits with BIG ears,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have seen squirrels, bunnies, and now in the desert I've seen coyotes, jackrabbits with BIG ears, lizards, and lots of flies. Mama says she's trying to teach us to swing our tails around like cows. She swears it works for them when they are outside too. I dunno, mum.... Anyway, mom comes inside last night after watering the plants with this little, big-eyed thing that had a bell on its collar! She said it was Bonnie. How did she know it's name? I tried to sniff Bonnie, but Bonnie coughed or sneezed or something, and when she did her whole body lurched and she just about got me on the snout. It was startling! Bonnie is staying in the bathroom downstairs for now. Mommy says she's calling the owners number on the tag. Can't we meet Bonnie? What do you mean she'll hurt me, mama? She's so small! If she runs I might mistake her for a chicken! Mom says not to sniff too much at the bottom of the door. She says she wants Bonnie to not have too hard of a time here. I hope Bonnie's mama loves her like our mama loves us! If she does she didn't sleep AT ALL last night! She seems nice enough, from a distance....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I miss my daddy....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/594721</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Jun 2009 19:07:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh, I miss my daddy. Not my biological daddy, who I get my smile from, but my human daddy - who also ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, I miss my daddy. Not my biological daddy, who I get my smile from, but my human daddy - who also has a nice smile. He is gone on business and even though I used to run away from him I really love him! And miss his presence in the house! (sigh), when is daddy coming home? Mom says before we know it, he had to go somewhere and do his business. Mom says we all miss daddy. 

Once daddy comes home I plan on jumping on him and giving him all the love I have stored up for him for as long as he's gone! Without daddy there sure is a lot more room on the bed though.... I think I'd rather have daddy. Everybody, love your daddies for me! Or mommies if daddies are not there!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My new favorite food!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/594072</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Jun 2009 07:56:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/594072</guid>
		<description>I have a new favorite food! It&acirc;€™s spray cheese from a can! Wooo! Who is the genius that invented th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a new favorite food! Itâ€™s spray cheese from a can! Wooo! Who is the genius that invented this stuff? Man, itâ€™s good. Mom gives it to us inside bones when she leaves for work. This morning I was a little overeager and bumping into mom saying, â€œIs it time yet? Are you leaving? Do you know where the cheese is? I do! Here, let me show you! Oh, you donâ€™t have to bother with those bones! You can just spray it on my plate! No? Oh, well, whatever! Is it time yet? Arenâ€™t you late or something?â€ Eventually I think I got through to her and she caved in, gave us cheese and left. Mmmm!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Poo breath!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/593277</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Jun 2009 11:02:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>My mommy says I&acirc;€™m so pretty when she looks in my face she forgets everything. This happened yester ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My mommy says Iâ€™m so pretty when she looks in my face she forgets everything. This happened yesterday when I was busted eating poop. Dang! It runs in my family you know!! Anyway, mom thought it was pretty gross and requested I stop. I did stop, then to make up for it I stayed close to her and smiled with an open mouth at her! She kept telling me to get away with my poop breath, but I had stopped eating the poop! She must have just been fixated. She asked me to go eat grass and freshen my breath but I didnâ€™t feel like it. A couple hours later I was able to steal a kiss!! As soon as I did mom smiled, then her eyes opened wide and she exclaimed, â€œAHH! POOPY MOUTH!!â€. I guess my mouth is off limits for longer than I thought after eating poop. Donâ€™t you know dog spit is cleaner than people spit, mom? Itâ€™s probably fine! Quit freaking out!! Gosh, whatâ€™s the big deal? Sheesh. Humans can be so weird!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sudden Sadness</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/592464</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 May 2009 10:47:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/592464</guid>
		<description>Oh, sudden sadness is so striking. We slept like crazy Friday evening and night, mommy was tired, we ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, sudden sadness is so striking. We slept like crazy Friday evening and night, mommy was tired, we could have played, but we rested too. We woke up today and are spending the morning outside in the shade watching the birdies. Mommy is doing homework and she had an urge to look up Dogster yesterday. But she fell asleep. So here we are, in the warm day, with birdies chitter chattering and flying around, and we see that three of our dog friends - FROM ONE FAMILY, Nari</a>,  Jake</a>, and  Joey</a> have been poisoned by antifreeze. It happened yesterday. YESTERDAY. We are overcome with sadness. We talked to Nari all the time! She was even a service dog for her mama. 

I am confused. How did this happen? How could it happen? Is every owner going to keep their dogs locked inside to pee and poo on the floor forever now? Should they? Is it THAT safe to be outside? What a shocking tragedy. I speak for my family when I say these things. We've been reeling for about 10 minutes, and while mom cries I am typing. I told her the tears might electrocute her, so she better stay away til she dries up. 

We hope that where Jake, Joey, and Nari's mommy lives the weather has been affected by them. We wonder what Nari, Jake, and Joey will do with the weather. If it were us we would make it thunder and lightening and storm, raining sheets, dark all day long. Or, maybe that's what mommy would make it do if (and when) we pass. We know their mom is probably feeling like a narrow sucking vortex of a black hole. What do you do with that? 

Please everone, please send good healing thoughts to Nari, Joey, and Jake's mamas. And let the loved dogs you have sent to the Rainbow Bridge know they are there, so they can have a great reception and a lot of friends right away! We will see these three again, and they will have the biggest smiles ever.

Someone said sadness carves out a bigger hole in your heart for happiness to fill one day. Someone said things happen for a reason, but times like this it's really hard to see the reasoning. Maybe some things are just tragedy. There is no reason for everything. Boy do I have a lot to think about.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tomorrow, tomorrow</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/590627</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 23 May 2009 17:21:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/590627</guid>
		<description>Oh, tomorrow... Tomorrow everyone leaves me! For HOURS! Where do they go? Mom and dad and Ulli all p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, tomorrow... Tomorrow everyone leaves me! For HOURS! Where do they go? Mom and dad and Ulli all pile in the car and come home smelling like hot dogs. That's enough to give a girl an ulcer! Seriously! Humph. Mom says wait a few more weeks and it will be my turn to be the chosen one... but I keep forgetting! I get all lost in the despair of the moment. I don't like being alone at all! Good thing Ulli is usually here with me, and she's pretty chilled out. 

Mom got us these new water bowls that have water falling into them! It was scary and daunting drinking from it the first time. It took me hours to try it and when the water stream hit me I JUMPED back! Ack! Water! Oh wait... I like water... it's refreshing.... Hm. It's complicated. 

My tummy has been messed up lately, mom and dad think Ulli's aggressiveness toward people walking by (you know, moms and babies in strollers - sheesh Ulli, even I know they aren't threatening!) is exciting me too much. I get too nervous and my gut gets messed up! I pooed downstairs, mom cleaned it up at lunch (thanks mom! I did eat most of it for you!). Then I pooped in seven places upstairs for when she got home after work! For the record, it was really one episode, I was just so distraught and couldn't go outside, I was pacing!! I'm glad my mommy is a nurse. She knows I don't mean to do it and I don't get in trouble. She makes ugly faces when she cleans it up, but she likes to make faces. She thinks it's funny. I think I can get her to post some more pics on here.... 

Oh mommy, here mommy mommy mommy!! Come 'ere! Oh! Here she comes!!! Good girl, mommy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Put on a poker face...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/585957</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 6 May 2009 18:51:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm smart. I learn so quick. Mom has worked for, ummm, eight days now? Yeah, I think that's right, a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm smart. I learn so quick. Mom has worked for, ummm, eight days now? Yeah, I think that's right, and we went from pummeling her when she got home to putting on our quiet voices! Or, not really voices, because we weren't really loud, but our quiet nice behavior. It was my idea, I told Ulli lets do this when mommy gets home and she said okay! So mom got home and we walked around her in slow motion! Mommy took the bait right away and was petting us both at the same time! I really like it when she's home. I miss sleeping with her on the bed all day, but, I guess I'll have to sleep extra hard for both of us! 

I am getting better and better at my commands! I am passionate and really want my mama to know! It's a lot of fun! 

Mom just gave us dinner in these real big egg looking things. We rolled them around and got out a couple pieces of kibble at a time! Talk about slowing down dinner! It was fun and now my brain is a little tired. Nap time!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Brrrrr! I'm cooooold!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/584605</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 2 May 2009 09:43:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/584605</guid>
		<description>Brrrrrr! I'm cold! Why? Because I'm WET!!! Mommy took it upon herself to bathe me and Ulli BY HERSEL ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Brrrrrr! I'm cold! Why? Because I'm WET!!! Mommy took it upon herself to bathe me and Ulli BY HERSELF today. Well. I gave a good fight! I was as squirmy as I could be! I squirmed and wormed and hummed the whole time! She was actually pretty quick and my shampoo today smelled like coconut! Mmmm! That's kind of nice! It's cloudy and only 70 degrees today, so she's letting us dry inside. No sun to bathe in to make up for it! Not yet anyway. Maybe my stinky butt will be gone. I have had this stinky butt problem lately. Mom says I have poor sphincter control but I don't know. Do anal glands have sphincters? Hm. I dunno. Maybe! We'll see if my stinky butt is better! Mom says she's determined to wash it more often to keep me fresh and clean. 

We are going to rest from the excitement of a bath and our treat will be hot dogs for breakfast!! Yay! That could make me feel better! Mom says something about a 'class' in the backyard to get the hot dogs, but I'm game! Is it time yet? 

You know, I kind of feel good being clean. But don't tell my mama I said that! She might make me shower every day or something awful like that! Ack!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What will I do?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/582556</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 09:57:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Awww.... Mom says her and Ulli are going away for a few hours tomorrow morning... What will I do? Fi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awww.... Mom says her and Ulli are going away for a few hours tomorrow morning... What will I do? First, I l-o-o-o-o-o-v-e my mama. If she goes to the grocery I sit and wait for her. She says that's discriminatory against dad, but whatever. He's okay. Second, I l-o-o-o-o-v-e Ulli! If mama AND Ulli are gone? I hope I don't flip out too bad. Maybe Mom will take us for a bike ride before they go. That would really help with my nervousness.... She says they are 'schooling' Ulli and when they are done? I'm next!! We're gonna be therapy dogs when we grow up. Mom wonders if we can be working dogs too, but one thing at a time Mom!! 

We were outside watching mom fiddle with her garden when a puppy Bull Terrier and owner came up to us! It was pretty scary! The puppy was all erratic and acting strangely! Mom says that is how puppies are, but when I get tunnel vision nothing seems normal!!! I unfroze and I decided denial was the best way to go in this situation. I distanced myself from the commotion of the parents, Ulli, this puppy, the owner.... (whew), laid down and enjoyed the sunshine. If they approached me I shrunk back or slightly fled, but if they didn't I just sunbathed and smiled. It was nice. I look forward to getting socialized - better late than never! Mom says it will take care of this blasted 'tunnel vision' and panic I get! 

We had a nice bike ride today in the wind. That wind will wear you out! It is around 30mph today! I'm ready for my post-ride/write nap! ZZZZZzzzzzz....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Love for Buster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/581516</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:09:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Let's have a moment for Buster. He just went to the Rainbow Bridge play area and was a really cool,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Let's have a moment for Buster. He just went to the Rainbow Bridge play area and was a really cool, beautiful, and tough dog. Here's his page:

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/911521

We love you Buster. I think I saw you in a birdie today, looking at me and smiling! Buster is healthy and strong and frisky and young! Our step sister who is passed is the official welcome wagon at the Rainbow Bridge play area and is helping him with his transition. Buster likes making new friends and she is so gentle, so they should take to each other well. It won't be long Buster!! We'll see ya soon! We sent a red Kong Wubba up there not long ago, you can play with it! 

We have a lot of respect and love for Buster. He had spirit, we could tell. Please send love and comfort to Busters family. They need it. They are not alone, even though they may feel that way sometimes. 

Joey and Ulli and Mommy and Daddy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bored no more!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/580646</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 09:52:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow! Has anyone here been bored before? It's pretty darn stressful! Ulli and I were bored together,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow! Has anyone here been bored before? It's pretty darn stressful! Ulli and I were bored together, thank goodness! We were in a LONG kennel cage and she protected me! Thanks Ulli! I love Ulli. And she loves me. We're together forever!! My mommy and daddy came to pick us up from boredom and mom said we didn't recognize her! We were both so distraught and depressed, she bounced around and said our names and we didn't even look at her. I was afraid of her!! She grabbed me and looked me in the face, then I smelled something familiar.... is... that.... mommy??? OH MOMMY!! I licked her face and jumped around and wagged my whole body!!!! 

Ulli didn't know it was them either. She ran for the door, then noticed this guy standing there. She sniffed him, then realized, IT'S DAD!!! YOW!! We started going impressions of Mexican Jumping Beans!!! Boing! Boing! Boing! Boing! Boing! 

I can be a little talkative, so I stared talking to mom and dad WHILE I was bouncing.... I hope they don't get the idea to send me to the circus. I AM that talented.... Anyway, we were SO happy to get home!!! We ran around and said hello to the furniture we were taking advantage of before! Hello my chair! I missed you! Hello couch! I missed you too! Hello water bowl! You are so refreshing! Hello stairs! I missed you! Hello BED!!!! The most comfy bed in the world! Hello toys and my own food bowls and my back yard! Ahhhh.... Home sweet home. Orphans no more. Thank GOODNESS! Since we've been re-homed once we were afraid we were orphans again.... (sigh)..... I love my mommy. And my daddy. And Ulli!! Ulli took really good care of me while being bored. She may have a touch exterior, but she's all soft on the inside!!! 

We got a three mile bike ride this morning while it was still cool and now it's naptime! Ah. Hello air conditioning. I missed you. Hello office, I missed sleeping in you! I think I've got some making up to do! 48 hours is a looooong time!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Boarding?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/579599</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:36:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Boarding? What's that? Do you know, Ulli? No. Me neither. Hm. We know what it's like to be BORED. Is ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boarding? What's that? Do you know, Ulli? No. Me neither. Hm. We know what it's like to be BORED. Is it like that? Mom says maybe a little bit. Well, we'll see tomorrow! She says it will only be for one whole day and two part days. She says we'll be fine. Okay mom! 

Mom fixed some toys! She repaired/sewed up/squeaker transplanted SEVEN toys the other day! Yay! Ulli still seems to like my toys better (grumble grumble), and my piggy is missing in action! Uh-oh. Mom says be patient. We searched the house and piggy was nowhere. I hope the coyotes didn't get her. She was my baby. 

My shoulder is feeling a lot better today! This morning I engaged in horseplay with Ulli, a sign things are getting better! Mom says I stay on light duty until she says so. She's a nurse and overprotective of my joints! That's okay. I could be a couch potato if they'd let me! 

Thanks for the well wishes! I'll keep healing and try to stay out of trouble! 

Love and smiles,
Joey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm injured!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/578912</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:59:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh, woe is me, I hurt myself! I am two years old, but I guess I'm not invincible. Better to learn no ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, woe is me, I hurt myself! I am two years old, but I guess I'm not invincible. Better to learn now than later... Yesterday mom and dad and Ulli and I went on a three mile bike ride. It was pretty intense. We had a nice relaxing evening, then we all went on a walk at sunset. Mom and Dad found some playgrounds and were playing and swinging and sliding and acting like kids! There was a double slide which was short and plastic, I really liked sliding down on one side when Mom slid down the other! It was like a really big agility game! So anyway, Dad decided to try to take me on the curly slide. Yeah, this is when things go bad. I wasn't sure and kind of freaked out at the turns. I LEPT out of the slide, mom says about four feet up, and landed in the soft sand on my right shoulder. But I bounced back up and wanted to do the little slide again! 

We made it home and all was normal. But this morning? Goodness gracious am I sore! I'm almost limping! I don't wanna put too much weight on it! Mom said no walks for me today, I'm on 'profile'! That's what they call it in the Army when you're on light duty. Mom said after breakfast she's gonna slip me a Benadryl to keep me quiet. No pain meds for me until after dinner. She says she's afraid if the pain goes away I'll act a fool. I also don't have access to the bed. It's really tall and I love to jump up and down, up and down, up and down! Not today! Oh well, I have learned a limitation of mine today. No more (1) curly slides without being bear hugged by mom or dad, and (2) leaping from four feet in the air.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have arrived!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/577583</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Apr 2009 21:36:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>OMD!! I have been selected as the Dog Diary of the Week in the' Black-and-tan dogz of the world' gro ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMD!! I have been selected as the Dog Diary of the Week in the' Black-and-tan dogz of the world' group!!!! The punch line? I'M NOT EVEN BLACK AND TAN!!!! Ha ha ha ha. BOLBOLBOLBOL. Okay, I'll tell the truth, I'm an honorary member because my sweet sister Ulli IS a black and tan dog. But still. I am so excited and proud of myself, I'm ALMOST speechless! But not quite! Ha ha ha! Let's celebrate! Let's party! Wait... no, let's nap! Yeah! We'll take a victory nap!! Bow wow, what an honor this is. Thank you all who contributed to my success! I will always be a 'little person' on the inside, I swear!! Kisses to the air, traveling to all of those who even read this! I am flattered, impressed with myself, kind of embarrassed, a little shy, but mostly really proud! Here I am! 

Today I went on a run/bike ride with mom and dad and Ulli. The winds were like 20-40mph - NO JOKE!! This is the desert southwest! It's, like, normal here or something! Yeah, it was bad. I was walking while mom was pedaling the bike in slow motion. It wasn't too fun. I got some sand in my eyes, but I teared it out, so it was okay. Even though we didn't really 'run', the stimulation of being out, walking most of three miles and the ferocious winds wore me out! Mom says next time it's this windy, we're out of luck for a bike ride! MAYBE a walk, but NOT a bike ride! Sheesh. I didn't make the wind!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/577091</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Apr 2009 10:50:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was tagged by Missy!


Many of you are already familiar with our tag games, but just in case yo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was tagged by Missy!


Many of you are already familiar with our tag games, but just in case your not...you have to answer the questions below and tag 6 furiends to play next.

What is your favorite color for Easter eggs?

My favorite easter egg color is either white (like me!! Clearly superior color) or some natural looking color. Like my favorite hedgehog or piggy.


Would you rather be a bunny or a chick?

Well, I actually AM a bunny, I can jump HIGH! But I think Iâ€™d like to be a chick, all small and delicate and with tiny little features. 


How many Easter eggs do you think you'll find when you get to hunt them at your house?

Iâ€™m really hoping we will have a chicken liver huntâ€¦. And that Iâ€™ll get at least 10! Treats for breakfast! What a novel idea! 


What kind of Easter basket are you hoping for?

I would like one with toys for me and Ulli, and toys Ulli would actually like enough to leave my toys alone!! We just had a major toy birthday celebration, so we might just sit around the fire and tell stories.



Now i'm tagging...
Scully
JackJack
Maxwell
Sam
Ulli
Mady]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Barkday to who?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/575934</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Apr 2009 18:06:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>If you know Ulli, she's bouncing around like the puppy she STILL IS in my opinion.... She turned two ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you know Ulli, she's bouncing around like the puppy she STILL IS in my opinion.... She turned two yesterday, but I swear it was my birthday too, even though (1) it's not December and (2) nobody really said it was my birthday. If I get presents like this by proxy, lets get more dogs! With birthdays not in April or December! Those are taken! I got, like, four pawesents? I think that's right. Four or five. AND?? They are the types of toys I really like! I got a crack toy, which is neat and fun, even though Ulli ate most of mine. I got to enjoy it more than I have in the past! I got... the cutest little piggy. It's my new baby! Since my old baby, the hedgehog, is in the hospital waiting on a squeaker and general closing operation. A new little baby piggie. I really like it. Dad put Ulli and my toys side by side. I walked up and picked mine right up! I knew that one was mine! I like my little bitty toys. Maybe I'd like a small dog. Anywag, I also got this small but not as small as my piggie hot dog toy! It's stuffed with a squeaker, and it's a long dog in a bun with mustard on him! BOL! That was funny! We each got a square cube kibble maze, but mom says we need classes on those. Ulli was a little more motivated than me to push it around, it was loud! I'm sensitive. I'm pretty food motivated though, so I'll get it. Not to mention I'm brilliant. 

What a great day! I even got to snuggle with Ulli's new Loofah toy before she broke it! I'm happy. I'm even doing better with people touching my feet! Mom and dad can sometimes touch my back feet! Yay!

Mom says once they get the cars fixed they are gonna look into taking me and Ulli, seperately, to Beginner training classes. They say it will be good for something called 'socialization'. They say we don't have that much. Hm! Whatever! We'll cross that bridge when we come to it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Better late than never</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/575191</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Apr 2009 12:47:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Better late than never what, you ask? The answer, understanding. It's better mom and dad understand  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Better late than never what, you ask? The answer, understanding. It's better mom and dad understand me late than never. Really. When we first came to mom and dad I knew what a clutzy + purposeful stepper-onner Ulli is. This means if we're lying on the bed, she hops up and steps on our faces and our soft tummies! That's awful! Jeez, Ulli, get some dexterity, get some grace, will ya? Mom used so scold me for growing at Ulli when she jumped on the bed. All I was saying was, "You better not step on my face!!" Well last night mom growled at Ulli when she jumped up! In the middle of the night I heard mom hollering, "GET OFF MY HAIR!" Ulli is not the picture of grace, like I am. I can hop, skip, and jump and not step on you once! Most of my movements are premeditated, unlike Ulli! Ulli must think the more she steps on you the more you like her. Ha! We'll tell her the more we growl at her the more we like her! Ha ha ha! Just stop stepping on me, Ulli!! It's the family mantra! You are not a puppy! Oh wait, she is under two, until tomorrow! But still! You are 70 pounds Ulli! That is not a lightweight! That is not a feather! Oh.... Ulli just told me she has taken the personal mission to increase all of our bone density. So now she has to walk on us and throw herself on us. It's for our own good? Okay, Ulli..... whatever you say....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What am I, chopped plastic?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/573725</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:48:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Really. I just don't know what to think. Mom went to the grocery, and when she came home she gave Ul ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Really. I just don't know what to think. Mom went to the grocery, and when she came home she gave Ulli a new duck that kind of quacks! Yay! Ulli loved it! Then it was my turn! I walked up to her and waited... and waited... and waited. She didn't have anything for me!! Am I invisible? Am I chopped liver? Wait, no, plastic? Why don't I deserve a toy too? I'm a good dog! Mom realized what she had done and said she was sorry, but I don't know. She said it was the first time she's ever had two dogs, and she didn't realize... Dogs can detect fairness mom! And that's not fair!! Just because Ulli likes to squeak squeak squeak squeak squeak incessantly doesn't mean I don't want a toy! I have a new toy, I got attached to this little hedgehog. He is so sweet and I call him my baby. I clean him and love him and sometimes I kill him! He's very versatile. I like little toys I guess. PLUS Ulli has the crack. Do I have a crack toy? No.... Humph. 

Oh, oh, did you hear that?? Omigosh.... I swear mom just said she's going back to the store to get me a little chipmunk she saw! Really? For me? Awww, shucks maw..... Okay, go fetch mommy! Go on! Go get it! Good girl!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm afraid of the bathroom.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/573194</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 21:46:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's true. I'm afraid of the bathroom. Not GOING to the bathroom, mind you, just the human bathroom. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's true. I'm afraid of the bathroom. Not GOING to the bathroom, mind you, just the human bathroom. They echo and have slippery floors... I fret when mom or dad bathe... When I hear the shower or bathtub running I get all anxious! What if they drown? What if they need me? I can't save them if they're in the bathroom!!! They just don't understand this. I can't even LOOK in the bathroom if they are in there doing that thing that requires all that WATER. Ahhh! Makes me nervous just thinking about it! Now, I will sneak in the bathroom and sniff around when no one is looking, but not too often! There was this one time I was trapped in a bathroom with mom and dad and they stuck me in a bathtub. I did NOT find it relaxing at all. I guess I have PTSD from that incident. I wonder what if mommy put treats in the bathroom? What would happen then? Life is such a mystery. For now I'll just enjoy the rest of the house!

I saw my first hummingbird yesterday! Ulli and I stared at it, we weren't really sure what it was! Ulli told me it was a bird and a wasp put together. I didn't see a stinger, but he was buzzing around... Anyway, it was exciting to add a bird to our bird watching list!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tuna?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/569415</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:48:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow! I've discovered tuna! Thanks to mom of course..... I will eat anything to begin with! I special ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow! I've discovered tuna! Thanks to mom of course..... I will eat anything to begin with! I specialize in taking objects and hiding them. The other day mom found me walking around with a roll of paper towels! I dropped them! She laughed and laughed and gave them back to me! I took them to the bed and started eating away! Oh! She didn't mean to do that? Oh.... what else could she have meant? Oh well, they were a little dry anyway. 

I am a food lover and gobble my food regularly! But last night mom put tuna juice on our food! It was AWESOME! Ulli is saying something about a see-food diet, but I thought I was already on that diet!! I think my eyes are brighter and my coat shinier already.... 

Dad took us out on a bike ride this morning and it was fuuun! A lady who was driving a car let us pass in front of her, dad said she totally waited for us! She wanted to admire the pretty dogs! We think we may be an influence in the neighborhood! Mom said she's seen a few people biking with their dogs lately. Good for them! A lot of people seem to walk their dogs in the evening too, when they get home from work. The only way I want a walk is if I got a good long run earlier in the day! 

Nap time! I found a soft spot! Zzzzzzz....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Runnin' with the Army</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/566737</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 4 Mar 2009 13:39:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow!  What a morning!  Dad made my sister and I get up REALLY early and he took us out for a jog wit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow!  What a morning!  Dad made my sister and I get up REALLY early and he took us out for a jog with his Army buddies!  We met up at the track and they were playing music and everyone was standing around in their straight little rows and columns...I'm not sure what that's called, but they looked good.  It was colder today than yesterday and they were all wearing short sleeve shirts, thank goodness I have all the fur that I do!  They looked like they were cold.  Dad was really calm and cool and collected, so we were just hanging out waiting for the fun to start.  There were other dogs acting a fool, but not us!  We were quite professional!  It's the Army after all!!

So they started this really big long line of people and then everyone started singing while they were running.  There were other four-legged participants but we didn't talk to any of them.  Many were not well-behaved on a leash, but Ulli and I had no problems!  I ran next to all the people singing and yelling and I made sure my dad kept up with everyone.  There was one Golden Retriever that kept trying to sniff my bottom and it really freaked me out when he would sneak up behind me while I was trying to look good!  We did meet a really fat English Bulldog who had a hard time running.  Poor guy barely had any legs anyway, then all that weight, I felt bad for him.  I hope his human let him walk after a while.

Mom and dad usually take us on runs everyday, but this one was really slow!  It was nice to get a break!  We could've run circles around all those Army people!!  We did meet the General of the post, he waved at us when we ran by.  We felt really special!  Dad was so proud of us!  We hope Dad takes us on more fun runs like that with his Army buddies, it was a lot of fun!  We were a part of a really really big pack!!  Maybe they will give us a uniform next time.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Impressions</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/566302</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Mar 2009 09:12:08 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I could do an impression of a snow machine, when mom or dad scrub my coat with their fingers white b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I could do an impression of a snow machine, when mom or dad scrub my coat with their fingers white bits FLY!! I'm shedding like mad! So i could add 'snow machine' to my impression list. Mom says i nursed her the other day, and since i'm all white, i wonder if we could dig up a nurses hat? then i can do a nurse impression!!!! i love doing impressions. they are so fun. i like playing make-believe in general, sometimes i'll make believe that mom and dad are BIG MONSTERS and i have to run away FAST! i'll sprint up the steps, look back and make sure the monster is still coming, and i'll run and LEAP onto the bed! then mom or dad runs in the bedroom and we're all normal people again and i squirm and am happy on the bed. i say 'pet me now!' and they do. what good humans i have. 

mom has started school and spends a lot of time in her office. i am her white shadow. i'll stay by her side and keep an eye on things. i like being her protector! i watch mom and the upstairs and Ulli watches the doors and the downstairs! it's a good system!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A dogs life, not what you might think...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/565037</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:47:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy did my dad pick the wrong day to say he wished he was one of us dogs!!! Dad has been working A L ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy did my dad pick the wrong day to say he wished he was one of us dogs!!! Dad has been working A LOT lately, a WHOLE lot. This morning he made that comment and i swear he jinxed us! When we went out on the bike with mom today, Ulli did her usual 'can't hold the poop poop', see, when we're running she's stimulated to poop, and when she's gotta go, she's gotta go!! so we all come to a screeching halt so the princess can poop. well today? (sigh) today we screeched to a halt and i fell and slid in Ulli's poop! i got it all over my front legs! then i ran into the back of Ulli, and she got poop all over the back of her, her 'pants' mom says. Mom stepped in poop and i think the bike got some on it's tire. Mom seemed to be a little amused at it all, but we didn't really care. when we got home mom wouldn't let us inside. what was up with that? well, she hooked up the hose and she gave us both 'partial baths'!! she washed my front legs and Ulli's pants. it felt kinda good, but don't let her know i said that! she says the 'partial bath' was a warm up for the 'full bath' coming soon. i wonder when??? at least we can come inside now and lie on our soft beds and the couches!

i have started shedding like nobody's business. i have a THICK velvety coat, and mom gets SO MUCH hair off me when she brushes me. she doesn't stop when the hair stops, she stops when we both get tired of her brushing me, and she's gotten a few/several brushfulls of hair. i am a little bit of a nervous nellie, and i'll 'slink' around the house and yard when i'm feeling nervous. as much as i'm shedding, and as good as i am at slinking, i think i was a snake in a past life! can't i just shed all of this at once? it feels like it would be so natural. i'm a snake-dog. slithery and slinky and sheddy.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dog of many talents</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/560977</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 09:49:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It has been awhile since we have written in our diaries! But we're not as exciting as we once were,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been awhile since we have written in our diaries! But we're not as exciting as we once were, when we were brand new to our parents and traveling across the country. We're getting settled in nicely, I have made such a transition, from the 'shy' dog to the 'happy' dog! My daddy is known for being the happiest dog in the pack, so my happiness may be partly genetic! My new home turned it on! ha ha! 

I think i've mentioned that I do a mean Labrador impression, and I've got to nose mom into getting one of those pictures up. I've added to my repertoire and now have a mean Shar-Pei impression too!! Oh, mom, get those pictures up! I don't want my public to be deprived of my cuteness!! 

Dad says my face is getting bigger. I thought i was just smiling bigger.... Mom laughed and said she didn't believe dogs could carry their weight in the face... maybe we should take a poll? i think at 2 years old i'm continuing to mature and i think my face bones are spreading a little bit! i can feel it! i swear! 

yesterday mom was planting lots of vegetable seeds. i looked through them and carefully chose the 'sweet corn' seed packet, picked it up and took it away! i was feeling like it was time for another veggie meal, and corn sounded and smelled good. mom took the hint! she ground up sweet corn with a little kibble, bacon grease, wheat germ and yogurt for us this morning. YUM YUM!! i have good taste, what can i say? i'm glad mom trains so well. i wish she did all the time, but you can't have everything! 

we played with our agility equipment yesterday and it was F-U-N! we should do that more often! we played with the tunnel, a bar to jump over and a circle to jump through! we had a great time and got lots of hot dog coin treats! 

daddy has the day off today and we are so happy! we adore daddy. we miss him when he's gone. he specializes in horse play, so he's the funnest playmate ever!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>i love vegetables!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/555588</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:34:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>i am an adventurous dog. i am a highly obedient dog. if my master says 'jump', i say, 'how high?' if ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ i am an adventurous dog. i am a highly obedient dog. if my master says 'jump', i say, 'how high?' if she says, 'come on', i am out the door before her, anticipating her desired location! 

i do a mean Labrador impression. mom and dad are trying to get it on camera, and we'll post it on here. color me yellow and i look JUST like a lab. that's with my ears pinned down. 

last night mom fed us ground up veggies. it was... carrots, broccoli, yogurt, wheat germ... i think that's it. i ate it up! i am so adventurous and will try anything if my mom wants me to. or, if she asks enough. Ulli didn't eat it, but i did! i gobbled away like a turkey! i even felt good after i ate it! veggies are good for me! 

this morning mom gave us veggies again and i passed. i wasn't feeling like vegetables for breakfast. last night i was really hoping she'd try feeding us sushi next. oh well, i can dream, can't i? tonight, after not eating breakfast, i was FAMISHED!! mom ground up some kibble dog food and mixed it with the ground mashed veggies, and mixed in an egg. i ate all of it! i was like a vulture, pushing my head into that muck! i had mushy food all over my snout and nose! i was grateful for the little bit of kibble in there. it really made the veggies more palatable. 

i am also realizing that my parents love it when i am mischievous. i'll steal socks, food bits, Ulli's toys, whatever i can, and run away with it! they just laugh and laugh. i think i'll do it more often then!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I&acirc;€™m a bull in a china shop!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/554680</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:53:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>That&acirc;€™s what mom says! Dad says I have tree trunks for legs! Ha ha! for people that might not be a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thatâ€™s what mom says! Dad says I have tree trunks for legs! Ha ha! for people that might not be a compliment, but for a dog that means POWER! I am a sweet and timid girl. However, when I get happy and excited my whole body wiggles and waggles, I jump around and fling myself at my owners! Mom says she has to be careful and watch her nose and fingers, Iâ€™ve hit both things before and sheâ€™s worried about injury! Iâ€™ve always been really sweet and reserved, so when Iâ€™m happy and excited I just canâ€™t control myself! Iâ€™m all over the place! Imagine 70 pounds of muscle hurling your way! itâ€™s pretty powerful. Plus I have tree trunks for legs, which means they are strong! Ulli is more dainty when it comes to jumping on people. I donâ€™t know why! Give â€˜em all you got! 

The other night I ALMOST had mom and dad to myself. I informed Ulli that I OWN the stairs and she canâ€™t come up! She stayed downstairs while mom and dad got ready for bed, and I lounged and stretched on the bed, saying, â€œisnâ€™t this great guys? Just the three of us? You donâ€™t even notice anything is missing, do you?â€ I loved being the only dog for 10 minutes. Dad went downstairs and got Ulli, she came up and I was FOILED AGAIN! Drat. I was so close! Iâ€™ll keep thinkingâ€¦..]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We met a me! But bigger!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/552957</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:56:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>No, wait, mom says it was a Great Pyrenees, but I challenge you to look it up and see if we don&acirc;€™t  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ No, wait, mom says it was a Great Pyrenees, but I challenge you to look it up and see if we donâ€™t look related! Big, white, fluffy, thatâ€™s it! I feel that big sometimes anyway! Ulli and I were trotting with mom on the bike and we passed an open fence door. Out came the Pyrenees and another dog, a setter/hound looking dog. Shoot! We didnâ€™t know what to think! We donâ€™t ever meet other dogs! Especially loose ones! The hound dog was a little weary of us, growling and such, but mom put him in his place and the big white dog came over to us. We sniffed and sniffed and did the dog greetings. Whew! That dog kind of made me nervous! Mom  tried putting the bike down, WITH US ATTACHED and going to get those dogs and put them back in their fence. Ulli and I said, â€œNO WAY, JOSE!â€ We couldnâ€™t let that happen. we rode around the neighborhood instead, after failed attempts of taking these dogs home. We happened upon them again, this time I started growling. That dog might be bigger, but Iâ€™ll bet I could take him! Mom said that was rude and to stop. We got the dogs house number and went to the front door. As soon as a man opened the door Ulli started barking and yelling, trying to tell this guy his two dogs were running loose. Mom said something too, and we were on our way. How exciting was that? 

Iâ€™m mischievous lately. If anyone gives me more attention than Ulli I rub it in her face and push her around and show off! But Iâ€™m such a sweet and loving dog! How else can I show my appreciation for affection?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Just the two of us</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/552956</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:55:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>One dog with mom on the bicycle that is! Today was the second time Mom took me out with her on the b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ One dog with mom on the bicycle that is! Today was the second time Mom took me out with her on the bike, all by myself! It is really empowering to face my fears. For some reason when Iâ€™m alone with her I seem to have more confidence and playfulness. Yesterday we went around and around the driveway alley area. It was a medium sized circle, I almost got dizzy! Today we ventured out into the neighborhood. Having to worry about the bike and not Ulli too made it a lot easier. I even smiled during the jaunt! I was trotting along, not galloping, but a good steady trot. Cars came by and I didnâ€™t cower like normal. It was really cool. I think I like the one-on-one attention and exercise I get now! Itâ€™s nice! Plus while I wait for Ulliâ€™s exercise time to end I wait in the car! I LOVE sitting in the car!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Maybe getting comfortable</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/552955</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:55:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We&acirc;€™ve been with Mom and Dad Dugan for a month and two days now. I think we&acirc;€™re starting to get at ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Weâ€™ve been with Mom and Dad Dugan for a month and two days now. I think weâ€™re starting to get attached to each other! Weâ€™re beginning to learn each other, our habits and the way we move. Itâ€™s interesting! When I first came to the Duganâ€™s I was SO nervous. I barely ever smiled. Now? I donâ€™t stop smiling! I smile all day and night! I have a variety of smiles I wear, for example thereâ€™s my sleepy smile, my silly smile, my mischievous smile, my i-might-play smile, my hungry smile, my love-me smile, my Iâ€™m-running-away-but-want-you-to-catch-me smileâ€¦. Then there are all the smiles I smile at Ulli with! The Iâ€™ve-got-your-toy smile, the are-you-finished-eating-that? smile, the letâ€™s play smile, the mom or dad kissed me smileâ€¦ the list goes on. I think I even smile in my sleep! 

Another difference from a month ago is that I have started playing a lot more, with Ulli and with my new parents. I wasnâ€™t able to relax enough to play at first, and after that my anxiety level made it impossible to play. Luckily my parents and Ulli are kind and patient. My favorite times to play are first thing in the morning and right after a run! First thing in the morning I am really sleepy and I forget about my feet-touching phobia. I let my owners touch my feet all they want! Until I remember! Hey! I donâ€™t like that! Ha! Iâ€™m silly and sweet in the mornings. I like to pretend Iâ€™m vicious and pretend to bite the humans. Itâ€™s fun. They play along. After Ulli and I go for a run weâ€™re so energized that itâ€™s the perfect time to play with each other! We run around, fight over toys, try to get them from each other and play â€˜bite the neckâ€™ with each other. We bite each otherâ€™s legs and take turns flopping on our backs and playing the dead guy. I donâ€™t have much experience playing with black and tan dogs, only white ones, so I am appreciative to Ulli for showing me how to play and being so patient with me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Royalty does NOT sit on gravel</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/552953</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:54:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Okay, I don&acirc;€™t want you to get the wrong idea from my title, I&acirc;€™m NOT a snob or uppity, I just hap ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay, I donâ€™t want you to get the wrong idea from my title, Iâ€™m NOT a snob or uppity, I just happen to know that I am very very special! I get special treatment! The day before yesterday a HUGE truck pulled up to the house and mom was talking to 2 men. Suddenly we were sitting on the gravel front yard for 3 hours while the men hauled boxes and furniture into the house! Wow! Look at all that stuff! I left the growling, barking and intimidating stuff to Ulli, although I did growl once! One of the men was approaching us and getting a little close! I whined a little and shifted my weight around the gravel. The front yard gravel is bigger, itâ€™s less comfortable than the smaller gravel in the back yard! We had a blanket to lie on, that helped a little, but a king size bed is kinda small with 2 German Shepherds and one person (let alone two!!), so some blankie folded up left some to be desired. Once the men were done we came upstairs and took a nap! We were so overstimulated! When we got up mom started opening boxes and we got to smell new smells! We investigated all the new boxes everywhere and played hide and seek! It was fun!! 
Iâ€™m conflicted about the bicycle riding thing. Yesterday we went for a ride and at first I was gung ho! I needed to stretch my legs! But after awhile I got tired and those cars driving by kept scaring me! Thereâ€™s a LOT going on when weâ€™re riding. When we got home Ulli and I both took long naps while mom unpacked! Iâ€™m not sure what is in store for today, itâ€™s still a little early yet, so maybe one more nap before we get up.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a star!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/550224</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 10:02:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm a star! I am featured today on the dog blogs! I'm blushing! I'm hiding! Then peeking back again! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm a star! I am featured today on the dog blogs! I'm blushing! I'm hiding! Then peeking back again! I love the attention! But I'm so timid! I'm a star. I knew it! I love it! 

Mom has successfully taught Ulli and me how to run with her bike. We are connected to the bike frame and Ulli goes first, then me. I lag behind and go as slow as possible, but today I sped up for a little fun! We bike at least 2.5 miles a day. That's one round and takes us only about 30 minutes! Mom says she's being easy on us at first, not going too fast and taking rest breaks every so often. I shudder and cower when cars drive by, but the sidewalk we take now is not right on the road. That helps. I guess all the cars aren't out to get me, but I'm not totally convinced yet!! 

I am such a playful girl sometimes. When we were home alone yesterday we played wrestling on the bed! It's a wonder one of us didn't get hurt! We did manage to mangle the blankets and pull the bottom sheet up!! It sure was a good time! I like to bounce around and swing my arms in the air! I am so muscular and so athletic, Mom says we're building me a mini agility course in the back yard. We'll see! I guess Ulli can play with it too, if she asks nicely!! 

Being featured on this website today makes me smile so big! I was having a good day to begin with - I didn't imagine it could get better! But it did! Thanks to all my readers, and to all those who understand me! All those who are painfully shy! We are wonderful and special in our own way! Chow chow!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wild little girls! Ahhh!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/549078</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:09:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today on our walk we saw WILD LITTLE GIRLS! They must have been around 6 or so, and there were 3 of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today on our walk we saw WILD LITTLE GIRLS! They must have been around 6 or so, and there were 3 of them! When they saw us they trotted up to us â€“ I was SO scared! What if they bit me?!?! I was cowering like crazy. Mom kept them at bay, sheâ€™s so brave. I have new respect for her now. Sheâ€™s my protector, against little girls! Goodness gracious. 

We slept in today! It was great. Iâ€™m such a little teddy bear-polar bear sweet dog. I was smiling and cuddly and very playful. Mom and Dad let us have the run of the house today while they ran an errand. It was the first time! Ulli and I were a little confused, but it didnâ€™t take us long to figure out what was going on! We made a bee-line for the bedroom and snuggled in bed! We napped while we waited for mom and dad to get home. It was AWESOME. Thatâ€™s what Iâ€™m talkinâ€™ about! I deserve to be left out in the house! How can we protect the home if weâ€™re crated up? Seriously.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ummmm, it&acirc;€™s called a bicycle?!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/548853</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:55:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ulli says something about riding a bike, but I&acirc;€™m not familiar with that saying. speaking of bikes, ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ulli says something about riding a bike, but Iâ€™m not familiar with that saying. speaking of bikes, Mom DID get a bicycle! We played with it today! First thing Dad and I went a different direction than Mom and Ulli and the bike â€“ that freaked me out! Iâ€™m not sure how to act when Ulliâ€™s not around, even if I do like to growl at her sometimes! Dad reports I was â€˜all over the placeâ€™ when he was trying to run with me. I was pretty distracted. Since Ulli is hyperaware of our surroundings and is quick to go into protective mode I usually just hang out and relax! Sheâ€™s got all that stuff covered! But when Iâ€™m alone? Hmmm. How does she do it? how does she stay so hyperaware? My head has to whip around and around, with my body, checking out everything around me, and just WHAT is all this stuff anyway? Boxes and shapes and strange barking behind wallsâ€¦. This makes me nervous! 

Luckily Ulli and Mom came up behind us and I felt much better. They led the way, as usual, and we all did great! I am really good at following Ulli! I know she will protect us! We ran a ways, then Mom attached ME to the bike! I did pretty good, considering! I had been watching Ulli and it didnâ€™t look that hard, it really wasnâ€™t. I lagged a little behind compared to Ulli, but thatâ€™s how I roll. After we got home Dad took Ulli and me out for one last jog. It was really something. Iâ€™m a beautiful lean dog, I have great strength and muscles. I can do this. 

Mom has put us in the car in the garage for some strange reason. She says sheâ€™s expecting a repair man, I guess if we were in the house Ulli would go bananas, growling and barking and whatnot. Since we just ate, she might lose her breakfast if she got too excited! We really like sitting in the car. I think Iâ€™ll take a napâ€¦.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Smile, you&acirc;€™re on candid camera!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/548852</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:54:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh I am so busted. (sigh) Mom and Dad left a video camera rolling when they left today to run errand ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh I am so busted. (sigh) Mom and Dad left a video camera rolling when they left today to run errands. They really didnâ€™t think they would see much, since we are the perfect dogs. Well, after the first hour I turned into a yogi, a contortionist inside my crate, all the while whining and singing with my voice. I tried chewing on my crate bars, and flipped all around. My parents knew I was agile, but not that agile!! They were also surprised because Iâ€™m known as â€˜the quiet oneâ€™. Well, not anymore! I heard the video of me whimpering and barking and whatnot, it was really embarrassing to have that played back in my presence! Goodness me. Iâ€™m so embarrassed. Mom and Dad seemed very surprised. They were ooh-ing and aah-ing and saying â€˜wowâ€™! Maybe I looked pretty while I threw temper tantrums. They said something about wearing me out more, that the walks didnâ€™t seem to be working at releasing my anxious energy. Hm. I wonder what that means. Iâ€™m a herding dog, of course I can run circles around them!! My motivation is not real high though. I really really like lying on the bed and snoozing. Iâ€™d be a couch potato if they would let me! I just donâ€™t like the constraints of that cage! Iâ€™m better than that! I deserve more! Like, a couch! Or a bed to lounge on while I wait for their return!! I could really use some music too, now that weâ€™re talking about it. Oh well, training humans takes time and I need to be patient, not get ahead of myself. Iâ€™ll start small, like getting out of this blasted crate while they are gone! Weâ€™ll see. Keep your paws crossed!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Jail break!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/548851</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:54:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Last night Mom and Dad put us in our crates, where we usually hang out when they are gone, and they  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last night Mom and Dad put us in our crates, where we usually hang out when they are gone, and they left. They were gone and I was fed and bored, so I started tugging tugging on my dog bed on top of my crate. I usually sling my raw food around on the crate floor when I eat, so they take my soft bed out at mealtime. I was trying to squeeze the bed back into my crate so I could enjoy the softness! Well I pulled and pulled and pulled and pulled, the wire was budging more than the bed! Suddenly the front panel of my crate fell in on me! Ack!! I was in quite a pinch! Luckily I am a very limber dog and was able to get out without a scratch. I laid down and was a very good girl. Ulli was rooting for me the whole time. I heard the outside door and knew mom and dad were home! Mom saw my empty and partially collapsed crate through the window, I heard her gasp! Uh-oh! I hoped I wasnâ€™t in trouble! They opened the door and I welcomed them into our home! Mom and Dad were both relieved I was okay and gave me lots of love! I should do that more often!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Beef stomach?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/547654</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:43:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom and Dad fed us beef tripe, or cow stomach lining, this morning for breakfast &acirc;€“ along with our  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom and Dad fed us beef tripe, or cow stomach lining, this morning for breakfast â€“ along with our kibble and raw chicken wings. I just donâ€™t know about that! It smelled like a barn! Like grain! It was white and really really tough! I ate around my tripe, then left it. Ulli gobbled hers up, but it didnâ€™t stay down for too long! Mom cut my tripe up and tried to feed it to me in bite sized pieces, but I just didnâ€™t get it! Luckily Ulli was here and showed me how to do it. After studying Ulliâ€™s technique of taking the tripe, then gobbling it down I tried it. I pawed at it, I nosed at it, I tried to chew it. No such luck. Maybe itâ€™s a texture thing. Iâ€™m not sure. Iâ€™m a little hesitant to try new things. Mom was afraid Iâ€™d smell like beef stomach after rubbing my face and hands and feet all over it. I think weâ€™re okay in that department though! 

On a good note, we slept through the night last night! No urgent needing to get up and potty at midnight or 3am! We finally did pee at 6am, but that is almost time to wake up, so itâ€™s okay! I got a great full nights sleep. Especially since Mom and Dad are feeding me more! My tummy thanks them! I also had one regular formed poop today! No more diarrhea! Keep your paws crossed!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What kind of diet is this?!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/547652</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:41:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ah, what a nice day! This morning mom and dad took us for a nice long walk along the desert sand. It ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ah, what a nice day! This morning mom and dad took us for a nice long walk along the desert sand. It was very nice! Before hand Dad helped me stretch my morning legs on the bed. That was nice too! We have been walking with empty water bottles in our back packs. They made us both a â€˜wide loadâ€™!! We kept bumping into each other; weâ€™re not used to our sides being so wide! This morning Dad put a little water in each water bottle. It was weird because as I walked I heard it slosh, slosh, slosh around. I could feel the delicate weight moving as it sloshed. Iâ€™m such a sensitive dog. I wonder if I walk with a bouncier step than my sister because I swear she wasnâ€™t sloshing as much as I was! Dad went to work and Mom took us to get weighed. Iâ€™VE LOST WEIGHT!!! OH NO! Iâ€™m a very trim dog, so I really donâ€™t have much weight to lose! Câ€™mon, Mom!! Feed me!! I TOLD her I wasnâ€™t eating enough! The proofâ€™s in the pudding I guess. My ribs are trying to stick out, and Mom gave me extra food starting this morning â€“ I need to be fattened back up! I was 70 pounds and this scale reads 64. Yep, itâ€™s after breakfast and I have a warm fat belly, I was just exercised and Iâ€™m ready for a nap on the bed! Sometimes after a walk Mom massages my feet for a minute. Usually I HATE people even THINKING about touching my feet. Iâ€™ll lie on all my feet to protect them! After a walk Iâ€™m more tolerant. 

Iâ€™m turning into the regulator dog! Last night as mom made dinner downstairs and dad put up laundry upstairs I kept running back and forth regulating both of them! Had to make sure things were up to spec! I help cook in the kitchen, I also like to regulate the trash â€“ make sure no recycle-able items are in the trash! I wonder what there will be for me to regulate today!

Iâ€™m going to sleep off this big breakfast now! Chow chow!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Better nervous than wormy</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:30:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, mom registered us at the vet and took in those mucous stool samples. After telling the vet peo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, mom registered us at the vet and took in those mucous stool samples. After telling the vet people that we were spayed, then adopted 3 days later, then drove across the country and got a house in such a different climate (the desert) the vet people said it had to be stress. That is a lot of stress for us to be enduring and itâ€™s bound to affect our bowels! Mom was happy, and sad. Sheâ€™s giving us some enzymes and probiotics to try to help us, and has been brainstorming with dad as to how to get us to relax more. The funny thing is, I appear to be relaxed much of the time! This is a good step. Perhaps time will heal this wound. Iâ€™m no longer allowed in the poopie room (coined by me) anymore. Thereâ€™s a barrier and I can only come in when mom or dad are in there too. Dad took us for a little run this morning, trying to get that anxious energy out. It freaked me out a little bit, but I sure felt good afterwards!! I hear mom got a bike to ride with us, but I havenâ€™t seen it yet. Weâ€™ll see!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Comin&acirc;€™ out both ends</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/546012</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 17:05:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom and Dad took us for a ride today. We were so excited, it has been about a week since we&acirc;€™ve bee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom and Dad took us for a ride today. We were so excited, it has been about a week since weâ€™ve been in the truck â€“ and thatâ€™s when we were driving from Tennessee to California! Anyway, we went for a long walk, we rested for about 2 hours, then hopped in the car to go!! Boy do we love riding in the car! As soon as we got in, Ulli and I both fell asleep. It was nice. When we got to the town we were going to Mom and Dad sounded lost and the car kept slowing down, stopping, and speeding up over and over again. It didnâ€™t take long and I started feeling real queasy! I stood up and picked the most hidden corner of the car seat to regurgitate my lunch. Yuck!!! I felt bad and Mom immediately scooped up the vomit (which all looked just like my kibble breakfast) with a poopie bag. Oh, it was bad. We drove around in a horrid way for a dog who is carsick, Ulli swore she was going to get carsick, as did Dad. Eventually things slowed down and bit and Ulli was so grossed out by my puke she refused to sit with me in the back seat. She would not budge out of the passenger seat!! Luckily, dear â€˜ol Dad sat in the back with me and stroked my head soothingly. We had some water and walked around a bit, Ulli has joined me in having the mucous runs and then we took a â€˜calming pillâ€™ and slept most of the way home. Mom and Dad gave us a new batch of de-worming medicine today, they think that is the mucous stuff. Being that we are eating well and are really perky, weâ€™ll wait until our Monday appointment with the vet. Since Mom put the worming medicine in some fancy canned dog food we ate it right up. Even though I have diarrhea and vomited today Iâ€™m ready for dinner!! Is that all I get? I could eat a horse!! Ha ha!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I&acirc;€™m a good dog with a conscience</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/546010</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 17:03:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have a sense of right and wrong. I have been pretty loving lately, hugging my parents and doing th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a sense of right and wrong. I have been pretty loving lately, hugging my parents and doing the â€˜wormâ€™ â€“ thatâ€™s when I get on the bed and pretend I donâ€™t have legs and I worm my way around. I guess you could call it my â€˜moleâ€™, but moles use their feet â€“ and I donâ€™t. anyway, my little sister Ulli is a picky eater and last night she didnâ€™t finish her food. I quietly walked into the room, looked over at Dad â€“ who saw me and I didnâ€™t know it â€“ then snuck into Ulliâ€™s crate and started eating her leftovers!! Dad made a noise and I was out of there so quick! I knew I wasnâ€™t supposed to be doing that! 

This morning Ulli didnâ€™t eat all her food again. No one was looking and I proceeded to polish it off for her. Mom saw and made a noise like I should not be doing that. I slunk away, and spat out all the food that I had in my mouth!! Not only did I go away, but I spit the food out as I did it! there was a line of kibble leading from her dish to me. I obviously know the difference between right and wrong!! Iâ€™d do anything to go for a ride, I love going for a ride! Mom and dad are taking us to the city today!! Yea!! We canâ€™t wait. 

Iâ€™ve been a little more dominant acting lately, I got on the bed the other day and when Ulli came to join me I growled at her! Sheâ€™s no dummy, she took the hint and laid on the floor!! Yeah, I did that. I used to be on the bottom of the totem pole, and now Iâ€™m getting a taste of being on top! Or, close to top!! Iâ€™m a happy dog.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My nerves are shot</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/545235</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 14:10:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, we&acirc;€™re in a house now and Mom and Dad say we&acirc;€™re going to be here for some time, so get used ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, weâ€™re in a house now and Mom and Dad say weâ€™re going to be here for some time, so get used to it! oh, it makes me a little nervous. Weâ€™re not moving. Being a nervous dog I know that to stay moving is to stay safe. There are SO many rooms in this house, upstairs and downstairsâ€¦ I realize I can only be in one at a time and HOW am I supposed to know what is going on everywhere at once? It makes my tummy a little queasy. Last night was the new year, and mom and dad went to bed early. I had to pee and being the quiet dog I wasnâ€™t able to wake them. I didnâ€™t want to bother them or make them mad. I got downstairs and I really had to poop! So I pooped a big poop on the brand new carpet. When I came back upstairs to go to bed I was so nervous about it I woke everyone up. Mom thought I needed to go out (too late!!) and went downstairs. Oops!! She smelled and found the poop right away. Oh, drat. I didnâ€™t want to bother them but now they had to clean up poop with limited resources since we only have luggage!! Oh fiddle sticks. They closed us both in the bedroom with them after the incident. Happy New Year! Ha ha! it was kind of funny, even though it was kind of bad. Mom and Dad thought I might be wild â€“ so wild I am not potty trained? Well, when you have diarrhea thereâ€™s really no stopping it!! goodness me. Dad walked us both today while Mom slept in. we have many admirers when we walk. Mom and Dad are spending some of the day outside in the back yard and garage. We are with them and I have decided the best place to be is in the SUV!! Dad let me in there and Iâ€™m snuggling in the seat watching out the window. It feels safe to be in the car. I found a slat missing in the fence and almost squeezed out of it. Iâ€™m like a cockroach! Or a mouse! Or anything that can squeeze into or out of very small spaces! Luckily Dad blocked the opening with the trash cans. I donâ€™t really want to run away!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Day of Bath</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/545234</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 14:08:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;€™s a little hard for me to talk about this, but since I&acirc;€™ve slept since it happened, it&acirc;€™s a l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Itâ€™s a little hard for me to talk about this, but since Iâ€™ve slept since it happened, itâ€™s a little easier. Iâ€™ll go quick. Mom and Dad gave Ulli a bath yesterday and I listened at the door the whole time. I had NO IDEA what was going on in there!! What a scary mystery. Ulli came out of the bathroom all wet! I hate water, and I know hate is a strong word, but I really really donâ€™t like water. I think that constitutes as hate. Anyway, I was slinking around trying to look small and invisible when Dad came and picked me up! OH NO!!! We were headed to the bathroom!!! I was so nervous I could barely stand it. I was placed in the bathtub and Dad held onto me tight. I was SO scared!!! I wasnâ€™t sure it could get any worse, but it DID!! Mom decided I should get WET!! Did I mention I hate water? Oh myâ€¦. Iâ€™m getting a little worked up about this. Iâ€™m going to take a deep breath and relaxâ€¦â€¦ 

I stayed huddled in the corner of the tub while Dad held me and Mom scrubbed my fur with soap! I cried and cried, moaned and groaned (Iâ€™m getting to be a pretty vocal dog in general). They tried to soothe me and talked nice and sang to me. That was nice for a little while, helped me get my mind off the situation a little. After TWO soap ups and a conditioning rinse WE WERE DONE! It took FOREVER. I thought it would never end. Really. They blotted me with towels and let me loose in the apartment/hotel room. I didnâ€™t want them looking at me, touching me, blotting me, nothing! It was as if all that progress we made toward me accepting them was reversed! I was pretty shaken up. 

We did get to eat a little while later, which made me feel a lot better. I have a great appetite.  We snuggled up on the bed with Mom and Dad and we all went to sleep. After such a busy day, we were ALL so tired! 

This morning I woke up and I felt like a new dog. My fur is so dense they call me a polar bear. Now? Now itâ€™s like VELVET. Iâ€™m like a clean fluffy soft polar bear, Iâ€™m like a cotton ball, a snow flake! I feel great and my parents canâ€™t keep their hands off me. I love the attention. I think Iâ€™ll forgive them, this time.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>California or bust!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/543078</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 23:05:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ulli and I finally made it to California!  Whew!  It was such a long drive!!    When we woke up this ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ulli and I finally made it to California!  Whew!  It was such a long drive!!    When we woke up this morning for our walk, it was zero degrees outside!  There must have been a foot of snow on the ground.  I didn't really like the snow very much.  I would fall through it a lot and it made me too nervous to pee.  Leaving Arizona was a little treacherous because of all the snow and ice they had.

The drive took us though the Mojave Desert and we watched the longest trains go by.  There were lots of hills and we kept going up and down and up and down, and I didn't even get carsick!  When we got to Ft Irwin, we got to the hotel and there's so much more room!  There's a living room and a bedroom and a kitchenette!  For dinner we had raw chicken thighs with sardines.  Yum yum!!  

We went for a long walk and now I'm really wiped out.  I decided to take over the couch while my sister Ulli has spread out on the bed.  Well, I guess I should wrap this up before I fall asleep at the keyboard!  nighty night!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hugs</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/542775</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:49:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I gave my new mom a hug for the first time today! We were at a rest stop, walking around between New ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I gave my new mom a hug for the first time today! We were at a rest stop, walking around between New Mexico and Arizona! When we got to Arizona, I played and played and played with mom and dad on the bed! I was whipping around, showing my teeth and being silly! Mom and dad were in disbelief, they had not seen me this playful yet!! As we settled down I was hand fed by mom on the bed (the life of luxury...) and I stretched out on top of both mom and dad for a while! They laughed so much it was making me bounce so I found my own spot on the bed. I am so happy to be in my new home. Every day I am loved, I am specially paid attention to, and I'm important. I will never get lost in the shuffle again. I couldn't be happier. 

I saw snow for the first time today!!!  We saw a little bit in New Mexico and then we saw a BUNCH in Arizona!  I'm a little unsteady in it and I don't want to get lost because I'm all white too!!  

I am an itchy girl! I guess all this polar bear fur I have can house itchy things. I'm a sensitive girl too, so the parents are looking forward to scrubbing every inch of me in the bath tub!! I hope that helps my itching. If not, I guess I'll have to see a doggie dermatologist. I guess worse things have happened.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Merry Christmas!! or, Happy Birthday to me!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/542152</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 09:42:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Merry Birthday Christmas!! Which is it? Is it both? But what about me? I am celebrating my bir ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Merry Birthday Christmas!! Which is it? Is it both? But what about me? I am celebrating my birthday today, I'm 2 years old!!! I'm solid and pretty quiet in nature. We are celebrating in New Mexico, in Santa Rosa. My sister and I have discovered both Oklahoma and New Mexico host the sharpest, prickly-est, meanest stickers/briars ever!!! They actually STICK into the pads of our feet! OUCH! We limp to let our parents know something is wrong!! Our parents fix us up right away and give us lots of loving! I have a phobia of sorts of people touching my feet, let alone feeling between my toes and pulling things out! Mom and dad assure me and one holds me still while the other examines my feet for any sharp things. I am grateful, maybe one day I'll get used to them touching my feet. Sometimes when they are thinking about looking at my feet it is like I can read their minds!!! Suddenly it is like I'm in the wild, I'm the prey and they are the predators! Feeling like hunted prey sure makes me nervous! I think I'll spend my day stretching out on the head of the bed and pillows napping!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dinner time in Oklahoma</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/541569</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:15:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Last night we were in Memphis. Ulli and I slept on the bed with ma and pa, not in our crates. We wer ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last night we were in Memphis. Ulli and I slept on the bed with ma and pa, not in our crates. We were able to stretch out and enjoy the softness. I jumped off the bed a couple of times when we were all getting situated and comfortable, but they coaxed me back up easily. Once we all got comfy, we all stayed on the bed all night long. 

Today we are in Oklahoma City. We went on a long walk down the street from the hotel. Mom and dad found a field near an office complex and we ran around and around. After a few laps of running and playing, dad realized the ground was COVERED IN STICKERS!! The sharp needle-type kind! OH NO!! Mom, dad, Ulli and I ran to the paved area and they picked all the stickers out of our feet! I knew the stickers were bad, and I was not running as much as Ulli. We really appreciated the stickers getting picked out of our feet. Even if I do hate it when people touch my feet. 

Since we didn't use our crates in Memphis, mom and dad thought it would be a good idea to just leave them in the car. Why use them at all? They got us some ground beef to mix with a little kibble for dinner, and attempted to feed us - without the crates. They put the food down in several places, they dragged each of us to the food bowls, but we WOULD NOT EAT!! We only eat in our crates! But we don't have our crates! We kept jumping on the bed, and finally dad got the bright idea that the bed WAS the 'crate'! When the food bowls were placed on the bed we happily ate every bit. We have pictures and will share.   

A very good day for both Ulli and me!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Traveling across country</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/932184/diary/Life_with_the_dugans/541135</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:41:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Joey ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm traveling across the country with new parents! I have been with them for 2 days now, traveling f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm traveling across the country with new parents! I have been with them for 2 days now, traveling for one. I'm quite timid, but I'm warming up to the new parents quickly. I was spayed 5 days ago and I'm a little sore from the surgery. 

I'm the curious dog. I like to keep my eyes on what is going on at all times. I have a voracious appetite! I know important things happen in the kitchen and keep close tabs on it. 

The first day with my parents I was so nervous I couldn't pee outside. Finally, after about 30 hours, I couldn't hold it anymore and peed on the carpet. :(  I really didn't mean to. I just couldn't hold it any longer. Luckily my new parents understood and didn't make a fuss. 

Today I peed outside AND I pooped twice outside. I'm getting a little more comfortable in this new situation. I'm very sweet, quiet and affectionate. Cushions and furniture and beds are a new discovery, and I think I like them!]]></content:encoded>
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