BOXER ADVENTURES

 This morning we woke up to cool sunny skies.  The night before they had called for morning rain, but the radar was mostly clear. I decided it was a perfect morning to take the boys for a run and get back early enough to give them a much needed bath before chilling out for the opening weekend of football. We cruised for the first 3 miles and turned around to head back and I heard a huge crack of thunder north of us.  We made it another half mile when the skies darkened and then opened up.  Fortunately there was no more thunder or lightening, but it poured. We made it home but were drenched.  I took that as mother nature being kind enough to give the dogs a presoak. They were more than happy to get into a warm shower and enjoyed the blueberry facial and total body scrub down.  And they absolutely love being towel dried.  Then the weekly nail trim and p aw protection balm .  I swear I could hear them thinking "FINALLY" when I got them some moist fo...

 This morning I had a race I was signed up for.  Unfortunately, this race does not allow dogs.   I tried to explain this to the dogs as I got ready.  They were so excited as I was putting on my running clothes. Of course, they assumed these clothes meant they were going. I got the look from both of them as I left - the look of betrayal that they weren't going. Fortunately they don't hold grudges and were delighted when we got home. But guilt got the best of me, so when we had to head out to Walmart, I decided to take them on a quick run. So today was a twofer for me and they got in some exercise. And when we got home they were rewarded with these chews that they absolutely LOVE.

 It's going to be hot the next few days, but it was chilly this morning. So we got it done!

 I was noticed that my delivery arrived for something I ordered from Walmart. The road we live on shares its name with another road around 3.5 miles away from us.  Somehow Walmart got it screwed up in their system and they keep delivering to that other road and dropping my stuff off at a close - but not right - address. So as soon as I was notified the package was dropped off, I quickly checked the app to make sure it was my house they dropped it off at, as Walmart always shows a proof picture. It appears to be correct 😄😄😄😄

 Today Booker turns 2! Many times I thought Booker would never grow out of the struggles we've had with him.  Now don't get me wrong - in terms of what some people struggle with, like aggression and those type of issues with their dogs - his separation anxiety and associated behaviors, well it's not that terrible.  But boy, he has tested us!   2 years old is a milestone for big dogs, and Booker is right on time.  Just in the last few months he has matured in such a great way.   We started today with cuddles and some eggs from our chickens.  He went for a walk this afternoon with Marc and then when I got home we played some football.  And of course he got a stuffed treat to chew on. So happy birthday to my boy, and here's to many more!

 The last couple weeks have been tough emotionally.  I think if it weren't for the dogs I'd have completely lost it.   They have been so good.  We've spent a lot of time just hanging out outside.  This weekend I had to mow the lawn.  This sounds ridiculous, but I've never used the lawn mower!  But since Marc can't right now, I had to learn.  Both dogs followed me around the yard while I was mowing. Apparently they felt they had to supervise my work!! We have been having nightly play sessions and I've been getting some runs in with Booker. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Booker and Sisko (@boxeradventuresny) The last couple of times I took Sisko on a run, he hasn't really acted like he was enjoying it.  It wasn't overly warm when we went, so I didn't think that was the issue.  He is almost 9, so I thought it might be time to retire running for him.   But this morning, I wanted to take them ...