BOXER ADVENTURES

Due to the cold water that just wouldn't end, the growing season has been delayed.  I am definitely a summer girl, but I LOVE lilacs.  They are at least 2 weeks behind.  When Booker and I returned to our yard after a short run this morning, I could smell they are just opening up.

 I was going to run alone tonight, since the weather was too hot for the boys.  But Marc went for a bike ride, and they both were following me around the house begging to be entertained. They won. We headed out to the beach so they could run with me and dive into the still COLD waters of Lake Ontario any time they got to warm.  Just over 7 relaxing miles... Much better than my original plan!

 I always let Sisko choose whether he wants to run or not.  Sometimes he makes it clear he has no interest.  But tonight he couldn't wait to get out the door.  He easily did 5 miles with no desire to slowdown! 

 They opened up a new trail near us.  It previously was overgrown and not well marked and we haven't been there in years.  But it's been remade and we had to check it out!

 Oh kayak, how I've missed you!   It was chilly but sunny, and I couldn't wait any longer! First step, installing my new sticker... Then we had a great paddle to the beach and went for a hike. The boys are beat!

 Last year Booker ran the Lake Monster race with me.  I'm not sure if he'll be running with me this year.  The weather could literally be incredibly cold or blazing hot.  If it's too warm I'll be solo.  But in the meantime we're getting in the training.

 I, or I should say the boys, were offered a some smoked chicken feet to try. I'm always looking for natural and healthy treats to give them, especially ones that don't cost an arm and a leg.  When these came, I'll admit I was a little more than grossed out.   I expected them to stink badly, but there was only a slight smell.  Well, to me anyway, but the dogs could sure smell them and couldn't wait!  They didn't last very long, but they enjoyed them! Chicken feet do contain chondroitin and other vitamins good for teeth, bones, joints and skin - an added benefit that a lot of treats don't offer.