Merry Christmas Eve!

So, last night Mum decided if she was making Christmas collars for us, time was just about up. I supervised the making of my snow man collar.  So far, that's the only one finished.  Oh well, sorry Miss Veil and Maddy, maybe next year... I have to be well-dressed 'cause there's a little "collar-loving" girl I'm trying to impress.

We want to wish all our friends a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!  To all the hounds out there waiting for homes, we hope 2013 is the year you discover what it feels like to be loved and to have a family to give your love too.

~~Beckett~~

Dear Santa...

Miss Veil here again...

I know this may be a little late and all, but we hounds here have had a meeting and decided to change what we asked you for...please apologize to the elfs for us in advance.

I know I asked for a new collar and coat and Maddy asked for a coat that doesn't make her go electric and a octopus and Beckett asked for the loudest squeaky toy you had and a new bouncy ball...but perhaps some other houndies could use those??

The only thing that we all decided that we wanted to leave on our list is "time".  Time to spend curled up with Mum and Dad, getting belly rubs and ear scratches.  Time to play "find me" inside when its too cold out and walks in the snow when its not, and time just being cozy and relaxed and most importantly, all together.

If you could see fit to maybe drop the other things we asked for at a shelter somewhere, I'd would be grateful for that.

love
 Miss Veil, Beckett and Maddy

P.S.  Oh, that sweater that Mum is trying to knit for me...you can probably take that too...although finding a hound that it will actually fit might be too difficult for this short notice.

Wordless Wednesday 12-12-12

Seriously???

What's a Diet?

This morning, I was so excited.   As soon as mum put my "going to town" collar on, I knew I was going somewhere.  Even better, the girls weren't coming with us.  Dad drove us, because the road was a sheet of ice.   

I went to visit my veterinarian, Dr. Allen.  They have a resident cat there, who I didn't bother at all.  Then a little white dog escaped from the back office and came running over to visit me.  Mum said it was lucky it was me and not the girls.

The needle didn't hurt, I didn't even notice it because Dr. Allen is very good at giving them (and all the lovely treats).  My teeth and ears were checked and she listened to my heart and breathing.  I got a clean bill of health, (except that I have a little bit of a dirty ear).  I could do without the ear cleaning, because that is not my favorite thing, but all in all I'm good.   They put me on the scales and I heard Mum say, oh oh!  Apparently I've put on a couple pounds, so I may have to cut back a bit.

I guess my idea for this giant size cookie cutter is out then?

It's nice to drive in the car without having to worry about touching Veil or Maddy and them getting annoyed with me.

Lots of room to stretch out today!

I don't think I'm fat, I'm just big-boned... I will have to ponder this one for awhile.  Mum says I won't even notice a 1/4 cup less food... we'll see...

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Happy Belated 5th Birthday Maddy!

Not again...

Oh, I am a bad Mum! I totally forgot Maddy's Birthday yesterday!  I was so busy looking at the calendar that I made of the hounds that came, it didn't even register. It just popped into my head tonight!!

Maddy: Veil, I think totally forgetting my birthday is far worse than what happened to you! But at least I didn't have to endure the birthday hat, like last year!!

Birthday Girl Interrupted!

Miss Veil here today to tell you about something shocking...

Remember back when the human-shaming and dog-shaming posts were going on?  Mum and I mutually agreed that we would not embarrass each other....but I think I am backing out on that arrangement.

Why you ask?  WELL,  two weeks ago was my birthday!!  I have been patiently waiting for my party, but it has not been forthcoming.  I know it's been busy around here, but come on, Mother.  You keep telling me that you didn't forget...

So I ask you, is it worse if
(a) someone doesn't remember your birthday at all or
(b) if they know it was your birthday and don't do anything about it?

Behind the Scene

Maddy here today to talk about a little issue I have been having with my Mum.  

She seems to be fascinated with my behind, even so far as taking me to the V.E.T. to have them look at it too!  Now, I tell you, I am not a fan of having my tail lifted and although I have told her, she insists it is for my own good.  I informed them all that it would be better for all concerned if they left me to my own devices, but alas, I was over-ruled.  

Maddy:  Seriously Mum...get a hobby and stop being so anal about my glands!

Mum:  But Maddy, it's not like I'm doing this for fun.  You have an infection back there!!

Maddy:  So you think showing it off is the way to go?  I showed that VET what I've got.  Did you notice she had to change her scrubs???  I will get my displeasure across however necessary.

Mum:  The medication seems to be working this time, so hopefully your private areas will be private again very soon.