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Gathering Around The Picnic Table

August 19, 2016 |

After a few showers yesterday afternoon, we could be found gathering around the picnic table that is the focal point of Sibe Quentin. Under. On Top. Around. Wherever, we use the table as a gathering point to hang out. The table makes a great sentry post for high-level guard work. And breezes can cool us…

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Typhoon racing a circuit around the yard.

The Road Less Traveled By

August 18, 2016 |

As a Robert Frost fan, Hu-Dad instantly thought of a poetic reference when he watched Typhoon choose the road less traveled by. The typical race around Sibe Quentin is as wide as possible, edging up against the fence. The path is so common that a dirt trail has been worn into the yard marking the…

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Our neighborhood walk. Don't worry, Kiska is off camera snatching ripe blackberries.

Biggest Beasts Of Our Woods

August 17, 2016 |

Out for our routine evening walk around the neighborhood, we did not expect to encounter the biggest beasts of our woods. Our walk was peaceful and quiet. A grumbling and rumbling sounded far in the distance. The noise grew louder and louder until the massive beast roared into view. We could only stand and watch…

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I have a what attached to me?

Following Every Step Of The Way

August 16, 2016 |

Do you have that one friend who is always right there, following every step of the way? Cheesewhiz sympathizes with you. Typhoon dearly loves his sister. He follows here everywhere – when he is not physically attached to her trying to instigate a wrestling match of some sort. While she is napping, he monitors for…

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This might be fluffy enough . . . for now.

Just A Little Added Comfort

August 15, 2016 |

Our couches are fluffy and soft, but sometimes we are looking for just a little added comfort. Cheoah has found the perfect addition. Evenings find Cheesewhiz stretched out on one of the couches in the family room. As the rest of The Herd has other favorite evening spots, she often ends up with an entire…

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Isn't this pleasant?

Stroll Around Lake Junaluska

August 14, 2016 |

Looking for a flat trail yesterday, we visited the next community over and took a stroll around beautiful Lake Junaluska. Living in a mountainous area, many of our hiking trails can be quite challenging. The youngest members of The Herd still enjoy scrambling over rocks, but the senior members are quite content with a flat…

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What are you doing with that camera, Hu-Dad?

Distracting the Queen’s Thoughts

August 13, 2016 |

Hu-Dad’s study seems like the perfect place for deep meditation. Unfortunately, someone was distracting the Queen’s thoughts. Every afternoon, Queen Natasha spends an hour or so in Hu-Dad’s study for her one-on-one time. After a few minutes of special ear scratches, she stretches out under the desk to think about all of those weighty issues…

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Bet you are wondering why Frankie is this high off the ground?

Trouble With Siblings – Film Friday

August 12, 2016 |

A large family can be great with lots of brothers and sisters. Today, however, we focus Film Friday on the trouble with siblings. Ok, sure, Typhoon might be a part of today’s video, but he is not alone. In the Chez Herd household, trouble comes in many forms. In fact, a Herd of us can…

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Kiska

Demerits For The Hu-Dad Yesterday

August 11, 2016 |

Chief of Security Kiska and Queen Natasha run a tight ship around Chez Herd. so it was surprising when Hu-Dad earned demerits yesterday. So why did he fail to entertain us properly, get our meals served on time, and otherwise attend to our every need? He claimed to be sick. We told him just to…

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Queen Natasha on perimeter patrol.

Perimeter Patrol With The Queen

August 10, 2016 |

Yesterday, we highlighted Qannik’s reluctance to participate in security duties. The Queen, however, enjoys perimeter patrol. Without a doubt, the Chief of Security role belongs to Kiska. She takes her duties seriously, but Queen Natasha sets the overall tone. And what better way to demonstrate leadership than to do the dirty jobs. Thanks to the magic…

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To look cute, of course. Just do not work.

Do Not Work Too Hard Per Q-Tip

August 9, 2016 |

Qannik’s philosophy in life is really simple – do not work too hard. If you ever do, you have raised expectations for the next time. And Q-Tip is a master at managing expectations. As Chief of Security, Kiska rallies the troops to respond to various dangers around Chez Herd. At her first alarm, every pup…

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Greet Monday With Enthusiasm

August 8, 2016 |

Yes, we know, it is Monday. The start of the week. But Typhoon has a very simple message for you – Greet Monday with enthusiasm. We can hear your objections now. Why should you listen to a dog who doesn’t have to deal with a commute in heavy traffic, obnoxious co-workers, demanding bosses, or busy…

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