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Spunky Skinny Oliver

Besides catching up on sleep, I spent my Saturday grooming Oliver. He needed it badly. He was way overdue for a nice summer haircut. Oliver is pretty cooperative while getting groomed, besides trying to jump off the groomers table every minute. Thank goodness for a noose to hold this crazy boy up there. The only places he gets kinda aggressive with are his legs and face. I got his legs done but I decided to use scissors for his whole face because I did not want him to cut his tongue on the clippers. Thats the last thing I need! Good thing I am pretty good at styling with scissors.

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Cabin Photography

A Hot Country Weekend

So, my mom, the three dogs and I spent the weekend up at the cabin for the first time this year. Lets say it did not start off the way we hoped. Since we do not go up during the winter we turn off the water. When my mom turned the water back on the water heater was pouring out all over the floor. Stuff was getting soaked and the dogs were trying to drink it. It was a hectic but thank goodness for a helpful neighbor who knew how to fix the problem.

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animals Photography

Animal Career Future

So, I think I did pretty good on my written small animal care final. I am not too worried since I felt pretty confident with it. A lot of it was common sense for a knowledgeable animal lover and owner like myself. The next part of the final is in a few weeks and thats the hands on part where we groom a dog. Thats the part that kind of scares me more. A lot of perfection needed but I am pretty good at bathing, shave downs and rounding feet. Just can be difficult at times because every dog breed gets a different type of grooming and haircut. It can be hard but grooming has an artsy side to it.

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My Best Friend Has Four Legs

First off, she is a dog. A fluffy chunkalicious dog. I know there are people out there who will not understand how a dog can be my best friend and more than just a best friend. Dont worry this post is dedicated to her and I will explain why she is so special to me. Than if anyone feels like arguing with me about it you can but its not a subject you can get me to change about. I also know there are a lot of people who will understand how she is my best friend. Its easy for you if you feel the same way about your dog, cat, horse, bird, lizard, fish and any other animal you have. The connection between a dog and its owner can be as strong as between two people. It can even be stronger.

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Photography

Doggie Dogwood

Trees are so magnificent. Tall, strong and beautiful all at the same time. This earth would not be the same without them. I like trees but let me tell you my mom loves trees. She could never live in a place with no trees. I think she would go crazy. Hehe. What is your favorite type of tree? Mine are dogwood trees but weeping willows are right behind. The photo above is the dogwood tree in our front yard. As you can see it blooms wonderful pink flowers in the spring time. I guess dogwoods are also my favorite because look what word it has in it. Dog!

Oh, did I tell you I taught Oliver a new trick?! Well, I did. Guess which one. Rollover. He is so smart! Let me tell you. It only took me, with pupperoni in my hand and a happy attitude to get him to accomplish it. He learned it in just a few minutes. A few minutes! He is brilliant. I bet I could teach him so much more. The only problem is he gets distracted so easily and he is always bouncing around. Always! Especially, if I have food in my hand or a toy. Its a challenge but I actually wanna teach all three dogs more tricks. They know a lot already but they can learn a lot more.

As you can see. I am surrounded by Callie and Princess when I am sleeping but I would not change it for anything. Callie likes to sleep above my head or near my feet most of the time. When she is not sleeping she is causing some sort of trouble. As for Princess, she sleeps next to me on her pillow. Yes, she has a pillow. Well, its mine but since I only need one I let her use the it. If she is not next to me I am holding her in my arms. She is my best sleeping medicine. Except, she sleeps on the floor when its warm because she starts making her clucking noise. Yes, a clucking noise. I will have to record it one day. Anyways, arent they cute together? Callie enjoys being around the dogs and I am glad Princess tolerates her.

I know you all want to know which photo I chose to enter in the photo contest. Do not worry. I am planning on sharing the results with you soon. I am just as excited as you are. Hehe! Until then I hope you have wonderful plans for the weekend and have fun. It is suppose to rain all weekend here so I might not do much. Maybe, I will record some videos and write a few short blog posts. Keep checking back because the chosen photo will be up soon! Peace out.

Contests Photography

Town Photo Contest – I Need Your Help!

So, the town photo contest is finally here and I need your help! It is my last year to enter because I will be graduating soon. As some of you remember last year I won second place and the year before that I one first. I need to enter a photo by April 19 but I am at a halt. I can not decide which photograph to enter. I need to choose a photo that represents my town through my eyes. Yes, all these photos were taken in my town. Now, I just need to narrow it down to one magnificent photo. Help!

So, here are 10 photos. Yes, 1o! Sorry, I could not get the list any smaller since I love them all. Hehe. Anyways, I would like to know which ones are your favorite, that can win the contest and why. Here we go…

1. Blooming Red Tulip

2. Puppy Love Oliver

3. Laughing Lady

4. Playground Princess

5. Crazy Callie Cat

6. Snowstorm

7. Hand of Remembrance

8. High in the Sky

9. Wave of Clouds

10. Shooting Light

So your pick? Opinion? Please comment and let me know before April 19. Letting you all know I am keeping count! Thanks so much to everyone because you are what helps me keep motivated to continue shooting photos and writing. Love you all and stay happy because its almost Friday! Hugs and kisses.

Videos

Cat vs Dog: Bed Wrestle

Today, when I got home, Oliver decided he wanted to come upstairs with me. So, he ran upstairs, checked everything out and then jumped on the bed. He started being his goofy self and rolling all over the bed. Callie saw it a good time to start playing with him. So, I had my camcorder near me to record their bed wrestle. They play so well together!

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Tired Little Boy

I realized I have not shared doggie cuteness in awhile. How is that possible??? I do not know but I decided I would let Oliver grab center stage for this post. So a few months ago I took photos of Oliver on moms bed. Whenever she is out and he is not upsairs with me he will snuggle up on the big comfy bed. Such a small dog gets such a big bed. When I come in he gives me that look begging me to not make him get off. He is so spoiled! But how can you not spoil this boy? His face can make you just cry. That is how cute he is!

My Dogs

The Spring Princess

Princess got her Spring haircut Sunday because the weather is getting warmer and she gets hot easily with her thick coat she has. She was not too happy with me. I mean she is the best dog out of the three to groom. Just stands there on the table being patient with me. She looks at me every once in a while wondering if I am done yet, but most of the time she keeps her head turned away. I mainly shaved down her body, belly and legs with a number seven blade. Princess and the two other dogs hate their feet groomed so that was the only challenge I had. I left her tail and just trimmed up her head a little bit. I think I did a pretty good job. Not perfect but I am satisfied with it. Now, the real challenge are the two other dogs that I must do one of these days. That will be fun. Oh, by the way Princess forgave me for torturing her when I let her snuggle with me on my bed Sunday night. Thats my girl!

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Dog Day Saturday

I spent my Saturday at the dog park with Princess and Oliver because the weather was too good to waste inside. Plus, we were all getting cabin fever from the winter. I brought my camera with me but I did not take many photos but I did capture some good shots. In the above photo Princess was playing with the pugs. The dog park is always popular with pugs.

The pugs liked Princess today. Especially, one of them. He followed her around and sat with her. it was cute. Except, Oliver was not fond of him. He never seems to really like pugs.

Thought this was a pretty neat photo. Almost looks like the dog was going to run into Princess. I dont recommend it because she is one sturdy dog that can not be pushed down.

It looks like Princess has no feet on the ground. She was trying to get over the pug. Acrobat dog.

Oliver was challenged by this dog but Oliver did not want to play with him.

Oliver played around with this adorable schnauzer for a little while. They played well together.

Now, there is a dog park face. Happy to be there. A very cute dog and I love the bandana!

So, we had a blast today at the dog park. Lady did not come with us because she has attitude with other dogs and does not know how to play right. She prefers to be home anyways. I bet Oliver and Princess will sleep well tonight!