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Capturing A Cheesewhiz Yawn
During the days (and evenings) of life around Chez Herd, Cheoah’s favorite spot is the den couch where you can witness a Cheesewhiz Yawn.
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Boom Boom Games – Film Friday
Other than meal time, Landon takes very little seriously and his joy is infectious. So what better Film Friday than some Boom Boom games? We should all take Landon’s approach to life – everything is a game. A crate is for standing on top of, not for sleeping in. A chaise lounge can be a…
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A Lesson – Look Out Below
Frankie Suave, in his usual calm method, has once again imparted a lesson to one of the young members of The Herd – Look Out Below. Living on the top of a mountain has many advantages – and a few challenges. One of those challenges is the wind. Our giant Tree of Life offers us…
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Who Would Misbehave During Story Time?
Hu-Dad ends each day lying in bed reading a book. The question is who of The Herd will behave and who will misbehave during that time. You be the judge. We do wonder, Landon, exactly how a dog can look mischevious while stretched out in a bed. Somehow, you manage to look like trouble in…
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Difference Between Youth And Immaturity
Qannik and Kiska were observing the youth and immaturity of certain members of The Herd when the conversation took an unexpected twist. The seniors enjoy the safety and serenity of their private porch. From their perch, they can watch the antics of the youngsters as games go on and on and on and on over…
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Sleeping Disorders Of The Herd Annex
Hu-Dad visited our cousins of The Herd Annex, Hu-Grandmom’s dogs Ruby and Tartok, and noticed they have sleeping disorders like we do. We have long joked (suspected) that Ruby and Cheoah are sisters because of so many similarities. Ruby’s incredible skill of sleeping directly in the path of walking humans is a terrific example. Hu-Dad…
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Frankie Pondering Our Weather
Our non-winter continues with yet more warm temperatures and lack of snow. Frankie spent the day under the Tree of Life pondering our weird weather. Our forecasted temperatures next week are in the upper 50’s with absolutely no below-freezing temperatures at night all week long. Normally, we would expect snow on the ground and snow…
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Biggest Stick Found – Game Over
Remember the battle between Typhoon and Landon as to who found the biggest stick? Chief of Security Kiska has ended the discussion in a dramatic way. As a quick refresher, Typhoon found a really big stick and claimed it as his own. Not be outdone, Boom Boom found an even bigger stick. Miss Kiska usually…
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Typhoon Carpool Karaoke – Film Friday
What do you get when Typhoon is alone in the Jeep with the Hu-Dad before dawn headed to the vet’s office? Carpool Karaoke (with apologies to James Corden). Hu-Dad mounts his cell phone on the dash when driving the Jeep. He decided to turn the video camera on while driving Typhoon to the vet Wednesday…
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Bandana And Lost Fur Day
Our title leaves you wondering exactly what lost fur and a bandana have in common. Typhoon woke up wondering the exact same thing. Typhoon’s morning started off with the usual trip out to the yard of Sibe Quentin, but then the day took a nasty turn. First, his breakfast was never served which meant he didn’t…
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Cheoah Buttering Up The Hu-Dad
Cheoah implemented her own special version of buttering up the Hu-Dad. You might be shocked to discover that her interpretation is slightly different. The humans had enjoyed a quiet, uneventful dinner. The table was being cleared and dishes washed. Cheoah, as usual, was carefully supervising the cleanup efforts, perfectly willing to contribute by cleaning any…
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Tracking Inbound Flights – Look Out!
Hu-Dad spent a quiet, peaceful evening sitting on the back deck, camera in hand and shooting pictures. He should have been tracking inbound flights. As Hu-Dad was aiming his camera, he focused on Boom Boom. Unfortunately, at the exact same moment, Boom Boom focused on Hu-Dad. Hu-Dad, sitting all alone. No dog vying for attention.…
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