January 30, 2005

From the Paw of Tasha:

Tommy and I have been away from our journaling for awhile. As you can see by our updated pictures, we've been busy romping in all the snow! As long as I'm moving around, I'm fine, but once I stop and start standing around more my feet get cold and Mom has to take me back in. I suppose that's why Mom bought me those ridiculous booties. I'm not too keen on wearing them but it's not in me to defy what Mom asks of me. So she puts them on and I walk something like a duck for awhile until I get used to them. What we dogs must endure to humor our people!

October 28, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

It has been chilly and WET and muddy outside! I would much rather stay in the house curled up on my sofa, nice and comfy, but Mom insists I go out from time to time... it ends up with us both standing at the door, her gesturing and coaxing, me standing and wagging my tail, looking outside and then back up at her curiously. But then she said that word..."Squirrel" and I froze, and then bounded out to chase off all the intruding squirrels!!

October 12, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

I guess Tommy and I have both been more troublesome lately. Mom attributes it to the change in season. I've been sneaking up onto the sofa upstairs that Dad says is off limits, and I have shredded some paper towels and tried to sneak some food off the coffee table. Mom tries to redivert my energies with walks and playing outside, which of course is very fun! I love going for walks more than anything!

October 3, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

Today we went to a National Wildlife Refuge and went hiking! I was so excited that I was beside myself! When we pulled in I knew we were some place where we were going to go walking because Mom had our leashes and hip pack, so I started crying and trembling in excitement. We had such a great time, I sniffed so many new and exciting scents. The only down side was when Mom and Dad found a bench to sit down on for awhile. I couldn't stand it that we had stopped moving! I quivered and whimpered to let them know I didn't much like just stopping and sitting. I never showed any signs of getting tired, but on the ride back home I slept like a puppy.

October 1, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

Oh boy oh boy oh boy! Today was October 1, the first of the month, you know what that means? It means we got our Heartgard today! That is such a yummy treat, as soon as Mom takes the box down and I hear the crinkle of the foil packaging, I am RIGHT there, head cocked, lip-licking and tail wagging. Mom finds it funny that I find my heartworm preventative such a treat. Tastes like candy to me!

September 24, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

I spent the night in the big bed last night. It was windy, rainy and stormy outside, and I always get spooked with that kind of weather so Mom and Dad take pity on me and I squeeze in and sleep with them on those nights. I curl up in the tightest ball possible, but sometimes later in the night I stretch out more. Dad is out of town tonight so I get to sleep in the big bed again. I can't wait!

September 21, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

Today is a very rainy day and a little bit cool. Mom says fall is definitely here now. I spent all morning sleeping on the couch downstairs on my blankie. This afternoon, Mom took me for a walk even though it was still raining a bit. She says she actually really enjoys walking in a gentle rain, because it's so quiet and refreshing outside then. All I know is I love walks any time!

September 20, 2000

From the Paw of Tasha:

Today is Tommy's birthday. I don't really understand what the big deal is, but since it involves treats I'm all for it! Other than that it has been a pretty normal day for me. I barked and let everyone know there were intruders when my uncles came over. I tolerate them but I don't fully trust anyone except Mom and Dad. I just took a nap while Tommy went outside to play with them.

September 19, 2004

From the Paw of Tasha:

Today was "bath day." Mom said it was so warm out and it was a good chance to get one more outdoor bath done before the weather turned cooler. I hated it. I shivered and hunched over and looked thoroughly abused. Once it was over, I launched myself off like a rocket, raced around the yard and rolled and rolled in the grass.

Now I'm finally dry, and content to spend the rest of the day curled up on my blankie and napping.

September 18, 2004

From the paw of Tasha:

Today, Mom took me to Petco with her to pick up a few things. I usually have a good time there, but today a pushy boy kept insisting on trying to pet me even though I didn't want him to pet me. Mom asked him not to, but he ignored her and tried to pet me on the hindquarters. I started to growl cause I felt cornered and Mom quickly took hold of my head and nearly shouted at the boy to stop it. He left after that but Mom was really shaken. I don't normally snap or growl at people, but I really felt threatened by that boy. Mom has decided not to take me to Petco any more because she doesn't want to take any chances with something happening with someone's uncontrolled child. I hate being left behind, but I also don't want my Mommy upset. That makes me upset too! I'm sure she'll take me to lots of other fun places to make up for not going to Petco anymore.