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We’re celebrating big at Chez Herd today in honor of Frankie’s 13th Herdaversary. How have so many years passed since his arrival?
Our calm, benevolent leader uses his mantle of seniority to get what he wants most—peace and quiet from his younger brothers so he can handle the important tasks of napping, eating, and taking twice daily walks. Frankie Suave might be a bit slower in step, but he keeps his routines.
Other than the walks and his visits to the backyard, he prefers to spend his days sprawled on Hu-Dad’s study floor. That’s best location to spot the Hu-Dad going to the kitchen for a snack without bringing back something to share.
He did spend extra time outside supervising the humans in Hurricane Helene cleanup. The mighty walnut tree made quite the mess when it fell. Somepup had to oversee the work.
Don’t worry, though, Frankie reserved time for naps despite his hard work. Nothing like some alone time in the human bed. Of course, someone else decided that bed looked comfortable too.
Happy 13th Herdaversary, Frankie Suave!
P.S. – When Frankie came to live with us, he was young, but certainly out of puppyhood. At least a year, maybe two years old. Thus, he is roughly 15 today. Other than a few achy joints, he’s as healthy as can be. We celebrate every day.
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Happy Herdaversary, Frankie Suave! Use those beautiful brown eyes to get extra treats and belly rubs today.
Happy Herdaversary Frankie. YOU ARE SUCH A HANDSOME BOY!
Love and woos for Frankie!
Wow! Happy 13th Herdaversary handsome Frankie Sauve, you handsome boy!
Beautiful boy😍
Especially LOVE the picture with Boom boom♥️♥️
Happy days😘🤗 🌹🌹🌹
Long may you reign sweet boy.
How has it been 13 years already? Happy Herdaversary Frankie!
Happy Herdaversary, Frankie Suave! Many happy returns! ❤️
Happy Herdaversary, Frankie! I am so happy to hear he is doing great as his age advances, but Lord knows I can sympathize with the achy joints!
He has always been such a good, sweet boy! I am trying to remember any stories of him being mischievous, but other than him ganging up with your “Otter” – Ms. Cheoah – to terrorize Typhoon from time to time, I cannot think of anything. For a Siberian, that is amazing!
Chuckling. Well, there was the famous parakeet incident shortly after his arrival at Chez Herd. That set the bar for public embarrassment for the Hu-Dad.
https://thethunderingherd.com/2011/12/20/a-day-at-the-beach-for-frankie/
Happy Herdaversary Frankie
Sweet Frankie ! Happy herdaversary ! You are aging gracefully and those eyes are still powerful. So happy to hear you are healthy in your senior years ❤️
Happy Herdaversary Frankie!! Hope you enjoy!!
Happy Herdaversary Frankie Suave!
Happy 13th Herdaversary Frankie. What a handsome senior gentleman you are and OH THOSE BROWN EYES!!!! I would do anything you asked sweetie(just as I know Hu-Dad does!!!)
Happy Herdaversary, Frankie! I remember when you first joined the herd. You’re still quite a guy!
Thank you for once again reminding me to just enjoy each day as it comes, Frankie. Happy herdaversary 💜
Happy Herdaversary Frankie