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The "Irish Brothers" Are Bonding

Murphy and Guinness are sound asleep at my feet. They are exhausted. They played like crazy starting a little after 6:00 this morning, and then we took them for a nice long walk in the park. They were "begging for mercy" by the time we got home. Murph ate his lunch and then it was "nap time". I am amazed by Murphy. He did fantastic on his leash this morning....no pulling at all. I think it really helps when there is another dog to watch and "copy". It… Continue

Added by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on March 8, 2010 at 10:28am — 27 Comments

A Sunny 50 Degree Day in Ohio!

We finally had a nice sunny day in Ohio today and I think at the end of it, everyone was tired! Life is good!

Added by Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom on March 8, 2010 at 3:32am — 5 Comments

Trevor's 2nd Birthday Celebration

Friday was my 2nd Birthday. It had snowed on Wednesday so we decided to head to the beach for the weekend for the nice weather and to celebrate my birthday. On our way down we stopped at this awesome store called Coastal K9 Bakery in Wilmington. My mom had surprised me and ordered a birthday cake for me.

The cake…

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Added by TrevorDoodle on March 7, 2010 at 10:30pm — 18 Comments

The Murphy Train Is Home....Guinness is Sleeping With One Eye Open!

Oh, what an amazing, incredible day. We're home. The trip was perfect. Guinness didn't throw up or drool. We didn't get lost....thank heaven for GPS. In years past, DH and I wouldn't be speaking by the time we got there...you know that "asking for directions thing". Lynne's home is Doodle Disneyland! Guinness loved it...I think he wanted to stay. All these awesome Doods...all sizes! It is just such a fun and amazing feeling there. On the trip home my two boys snuggled together and slept..the… Continue

Added by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on March 7, 2010 at 4:38pm — 19 Comments

I Have A New Gardener!

My new gardener's name is Finn. I did not get my garden cleaned up in the fall so all my dead plants are still sitting there. We won't go into why they didn't get done. (procrastination) So I guess Finn has decided to help me out. He is breaking off the dead plants but unfortunately he is shredding them into pieces and tracking them all over the house. See for yourself.......pic attached. Well I didn't like this mess so I decided it was time to go and clean the garden which I did. Again, Finn… Continue

Added by Linda,Yankee & Finn on March 7, 2010 at 2:41pm — 13 Comments

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEE DEE

Today Dee Dee is 2!! My loving Goldendoodle, you have been a great addition to our family. I could not be happier. xoxo

Added by Marci on March 7, 2010 at 7:54am — 9 Comments

STUBBORN LABARADOODLE

We love our labradoodle, Quincy, but he can be so stubborn. After being outside for a very long period of time he will not listen to our commands at all. We have an invisible fence around our front yard (a very large area) and it is virtually impossible to get him inside again. We spend hours trying to lure him back inside. He is only 2 and very playful and has tons of energy. We understand that and do play with him, but, what do we do to get him inside again. When we try to…

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Added by Jackie Kandarjian on March 7, 2010 at 6:33am — 16 Comments

Want another Doodle Part 2!

Thanks to everyone I think I have a plan. During the day I use Ann Bankerts and Nina Phil and Harlow suggestions. I will also apply Lucy and Sophies Mom's tactic" I got a doodle". Then at night I use Linda Yankee and Finn's idea! With all this ammunition it just might work! If not I will have to consider Laurie and Fudge's comment! Then if I have success maybe Kathy Spyker will have to try! Let the convincing begin.…

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Added by Anna and Achilles on March 6, 2010 at 8:53am — 6 Comments

Guinness...It's not a sister - it's a brother!!!

I'm totally in shock right now.....but sooo happy. Guinness will be getting a new "baby brother" tomorrow. We're heading to Lynne's tomorrow morning to adopt our new "Irish bundle". He's 10 weeks old and absolutely adorable. Karen calls this "Irish magic", and she's so right. As you know, this has been an absolutely crazy week for us. First losing Izzy (and knowing she's probably back with the family that neglected her so badly), then the news about Guinness's lab results (although I firmly… Continue

Added by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on March 6, 2010 at 5:47am — 57 Comments

"Free" to good home

Marley has been with us for a little over a week now and we are all getting used to being a "double-doodle" family! We love him dearly and he is getting used to our backwards routines. Lizzie has shown him all of the best hiding spots in the backyard and he's getting used to sharing space with felines. He has even held his bladder for our overnight shifts since day 1!

But, I wanted to outline our "free" expenses over the last week and a half! I know everyone on here knows how… Continue

Added by Missi on March 6, 2010 at 1:23am — 6 Comments

Did I Miss Something?

Are Jane and Guinness getting a new addition? I've been working all day and I'm afraid I've missed something.

Added by Donna K & Quincy on March 5, 2010 at 5:44pm — 3 Comments

A Lily Update!

Wow, I just realized how long it's been since I've logged on to DK! I thought I would post a Lily update for any of you who remember the surgery she had over the summer on her broken leg.

The orthopedic surgeon was absolutely awesome and after a healing time of 8 weeks, you would never know she had wires and plates in her leg. Her leg looked a little funny shaved for a while, but it has totally grown in now and nothing holds her back at all! Lily loves running, fetching,…

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Added by Lily on March 5, 2010 at 9:33am — 11 Comments

Darwin Has Entered the Teenage Phase.

I knew it would happen, and I thought I had prepared. But it's more frustrating than I expected. He seriously, was an angel up to a month or two ago. Then, things he seemingly knew perfectly started to go out the window. Like, um, COME. Yeah, major problem. He now looks at me, evaluates whether or not he WANTS to come, then goes from there. You can probably guess what he usually decides. <sigh> I am desperately trying to be patient and consistent like I should be... but it's hard not to… Continue

Added by Camilla and Darwin on March 4, 2010 at 10:36pm — 11 Comments

Extreme Makeover Part II

I called my mother-in-law - "What were you thinking? That place was a dump - it should be condemned", I say.

"I know" she says "but Dr W--- is very good and they are working on the building"

"How can you tell" I ask.

"I don't think the husband is too ambitious" she says.

"No kidding", I say.

But in the end I agree that the doctor is wonderful but I will not continue to seek care in the demilitarized zone. She…

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Added by Valarie on March 4, 2010 at 6:30pm — 10 Comments

Want another Doodle!

So I want another doodle! DH says one is enough. I want to convince him it is better to have two. Trying to come up with a list of all the reasons it is better. He loves and is so wonderful with the one we have. Still thinks one is enough. What to do! What to do!

Added by Anna and Achilles on March 4, 2010 at 6:09pm — 14 Comments

Sophie's Extreme Makeover

Let me preface this post by repeating the words of Jeannie C. Riley from my favorite childhood song The Harper Valley PTA; "No, I wouldn't put you on because it really did, it happened just this way". Maybe I used just a slight bit of literary (I know this is a stretch) license.

I have worked in the medical field longer than I care to admit. Over the years I have honed a high but certainly attainable set of expectations for cleanliness that should be met by any establishment…

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Added by Valarie on March 4, 2010 at 3:00pm — 8 Comments

Sophie's First Night

He didn't need treats to win her over!! She charmed his socks off. Resistance was futile. He was hooked the minute he saw those big brown eys and the golden blond hair. Love at first sight I'm sure, even though he wouldn't admit it. Maybe his love for our lost Clay made him hold back just a little - not wanting to be disloyal or not wanting to love and lose again. I had been teasing him that I was going to get a dog that loved me as much as Clay loved him. I jokingly told him that he would…

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Added by Valarie on March 4, 2010 at 2:30pm — 6 Comments

uh oh.......

Banjo comes home on Saturday! I'm just so darned excited.....BUT....I have to admit there is a little bit of anxiety to go along with the excitement. I'm so glad to have found the DK Site as it's been so informative! However - some of the topics I've read have left me questioning my sanity........worms...diarrhea...(explosive diarrhea!)...ear infections....skin maladies....red lipstick!!!!.....possessiveness.....food allergies....car sickness.....separation anxiety.....

destroyed… Continue

Added by Carol and Banjo on March 4, 2010 at 12:22pm — 15 Comments

Urghhhhh!

The ever knowing (ie. know it all but I did not say that) DH came home yesterday and took Allie outside to do her business (yes this is a feat in itself. Last week he came home and did not let her out after being in the crate for a few hours and yes she did pee right in front of him..... hehehe). The back ground.... I mostly work from home and just go into the office for a little bit. During this time I put Allie in her crate. She is now six months old. So basically she is in her crate for…

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Added by Leigh & Allie on March 4, 2010 at 8:00am — 4 Comments

Beemer Update - Week 2

Well we survived our second week. It seems like months. Beemer is doing very well. Last Friday he had his stitches out and the nurse said every thing look good. Beemer

has not had to wear his e-collar…not once.

Of course, he has been under 24 hour surveillance…so not much chance of

getting away with anything.

His scar looks amazingly well. It started out as this big…

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Added by Penny, Comiskey & Beemer on March 4, 2010 at 5:18am — 16 Comments