Dogs
© photo copyright Carrie Boyko
There simply is nothing better than a good off-leash run at the dog park. For my guys, any dog park will do, just as long as they can be leash-free for a good run.
Each of my 3 has their own social agenda. Tanner is the social butterfly, who knows how to work a party. He makes his 3 or 4 victory laps when we go in, and then settles into a routine of getting around to greeting each and every dog in the park. This group of senior citizens in the photo above were eager to meet the youngster who wouldn't stop running circles around them.
Xena, my 12-year-old retriever mix, could have had a retirement conversation with this bunch, but she was actually quite playful this weekend, and chose to invite Tanner to a wrestling game. They had a good roll in the grass and she was done, except for meeting a few new friends. After that, it was simply a matter of following me around, as I picked up piles around the park. I enjoyed seeing my usual dog park friends, who seem to often visit at the same time as we do--weekend morning dog park romps make for great weekend afternoon naps--for me and the dogs! It was good, also, to bounce an idea about Adopt a Dog Park off on Midas's mom, Sally.
My pack's youngest member, Oliver, a 1 year old Papillon, who heads up this blog, did his usual beagle imitation--nose to the ground. He searched and sniffed nearly every square inch of the park, looking for goodies and anyone who would rub his belly. He found many takers.
So, now you have met my canine family, and you know their favorite activity. It is now your turn to share. I'd love to get your pictures and hear your stories. You can send anything and everything to [email protected].
Thanks to those of you who have already visited. I was pleasantly surprised to see my visitor count at over 50, when I just launched this blog a few days ago. I haven't even announced it yet. I think I'll spruce it up a bit before I take it public. This is a good start. I hope you'll continue to come along for the ride.
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- Dog Park Greetings
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© photo copyright Carrie Boyko This Adorable Bulldog has just One Spot Centered on his Back My closest dog park is also my favorite. It has beautiful trees to provide welcome shade in Summer. My dogs love the grass--acres of it that gives them good purchase...
Dogs
Dog Park Fun is Good for Everyone
© photo copyright Carrie BoykoTanner is Greeted at the Dog Park
There simply is nothing better than a good off-leash run at the dog park. For my guys, any dog park will do, just as long as they can be leash-free for a good run.
Each of my 3 has their own social agenda. Tanner is the social butterfly, who knows how to work a party. He makes his 3 or 4 victory laps when we go in, and then settles into a routine of getting around to greeting each and every dog in the park. This group of senior citizens in the photo above were eager to meet the youngster who wouldn't stop running circles around them.
Xena, my 12-year-old retriever mix, could have had a retirement conversation with this bunch, but she was actually quite playful this weekend, and chose to invite Tanner to a wrestling game. They had a good roll in the grass and she was done, except for meeting a few new friends. After that, it was simply a matter of following me around, as I picked up piles around the park. I enjoyed seeing my usual dog park friends, who seem to often visit at the same time as we do--weekend morning dog park romps make for great weekend afternoon naps--for me and the dogs! It was good, also, to bounce an idea about Adopt a Dog Park off on Midas's mom, Sally.
My pack's youngest member, Oliver, a 1 year old Papillon, who heads up this blog, did his usual beagle imitation--nose to the ground. He searched and sniffed nearly every square inch of the park, looking for goodies and anyone who would rub his belly. He found many takers.
So, now you have met my canine family, and you know their favorite activity. It is now your turn to share. I'd love to get your pictures and hear your stories. You can send anything and everything to [email protected].
Thanks to those of you who have already visited. I was pleasantly surprised to see my visitor count at over 50, when I just launched this blog a few days ago. I haven't even announced it yet. I think I'll spruce it up a bit before I take it public. This is a good start. I hope you'll continue to come along for the ride.
- Do Dogs Experience Peer Pressure?
Follow us on Twitter Find us on Facebook (c) copyright Carrie Boyko 2009 Midas This Dog Park Buddy Shows No Signs of Peer Pressure Today's visit to the dog park brought up a question in my mind. I've never heard this discussed...
- Did You Know I Love Dogs? And Dog Parks!
I love wondering what they're smelling when they sniff a spot for a long time. Their noses are supposedly a million times more sensitive than ours. I think, if they could talk, they'd tell us that Midas was just at this spot. Where is Midas today?...
- Dog Park Fun: Wait For Me! I Want That Frisbee Too!
© photo copyright Carrie Boyko 2008 Oliver Races after TannerAs He Catches the Frisbee Like a Pro Poor Oliver! The Frisbee is bigger than he is, so there's just no catching it for him. The same goes for fetch with a tennis ball. He can't even...
- Dog Park Greetings
© photo copyright Carrie BoykoThis Brittany Spaniel Puppy Is Having His First Dog Park Visit © photo copyright Carrie Boyko Hi! I'm Handsome © photo copyright Carrie BoykoHey, You Up There!You're Too Big for the Bench.Oliver is Always Right...
- Dog Park Days
© photo copyright Carrie Boyko This Adorable Bulldog has just One Spot Centered on his Back My closest dog park is also my favorite. It has beautiful trees to provide welcome shade in Summer. My dogs love the grass--acres of it that gives them good purchase...