GUINNESS'S FIRST BIRTHDAY

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Today is Guinness's actual birthday, but we had the little party last night so our local grand kids could come. My little Emma is 6 and already a Doodle lover. She adores Guinness, and he's always been so sweet with her. I was really wondering how it would go with Murphy. He's a young puppy who is totally full of life, so I had visions of him jumping and nipping. Never happened. The video is actually a little longer than it should be because I was so blown away with how Murphy behaved with the kids. He was incredibly calm and gentle. It was amazing.

It was a great day for Guinness....a new brother to play with, a long walk with Mom, Dad, and Murphy, and his favorite dinner followed by Doggie Blueberry Frozen Yogurt. Guinness loves lamb, but I rarely cook it for him because it's expensive. I made him all his favorites last night....lamb, squash, and whole wheat pasta. He was in heaven. I so wanted to give it to Murphy too, but I was good and didn't. He really needs the puppy kibble while he's so young.

You will notice in the video our 24 year old son is making a "pitch" for DKrs to help him find a "girlfriend". Tim has Down Syndrome, and is very high functioning. He's able to work and we are working with him so that at some point he will move into an assisted, but independent living situation. The only thing missing in his life now...is a girlfriend. So, he takes every opportunity to encourage people to keep they eye out for a young, pretty, challenged young lady for him. He's actually so funny about it.

It was another 6 AM day for us. Again, Guinness was the first up and wouldn't stop until we let Murphy out of the crate to play. Who knew we'd be getting up earlier in our retirement than when we were working? We're making great strides on the housebreaking. Last night I was upstairs putting on my PJs and I heard the bells at the front door ringing like crazy. I assumed it was Guinness, but then I noticed Guinness was in the bedroom. DH was in the den watching TV with his headphones on so he didn't hear the bells. Murphy knew enough when nobody came to let him out the front to run around to the back door near where DH was and ring those bells. The whole process took a little longer than it should have, so he did end up having an accident at the door, but I was completely amazed that after only two days here he would even know to do that.

Murphy goes for his vet visit today. I can't wait for her to meet him. I also expect we'll get the results of Guinness's cytology. Here's hoping for great news on both my boys. Enjoy the video, and again I apologize for the length. I'm thinking I got carried away.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

[Debbie, Brianna and Duncan]

Happy Birthday Guinness! Loved the video of happy doodle duo.

[Christina and Cooper plus Benny]

Happy Birthday Guinness! Cheers to you! And yep, the bells work like a charm! :)

[F, Calla & Luca]

The vet news is certainly a nice birthday present. Happy Birthday Guinness.

[Michele, Biscuit & Mo]

Yay! All good news - must be such a relief. Happy birthday, you gorgeous boy!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

We're back from the Vet with all good news. Guinness's tests came back fine. Apparently the "abnormal cells" that they found in his urine were an anomaly...nothing to worry about. Murphy was the hit of the office. He is perfect. He is an incredibly laid back puppy and very healthy. The Vet feels he'll be 45 - 50 pounds. He weighed 15.4 lbs today. He's a little skinny right now....but I'm working on that. It's a beautiful day here....walk time.

[Kathy Spyker]

Happy 1st Birthday Guinness..and Jane thanks for sharing that Great party with us..=) Good luck at the Vets for both of your boys!!

[Frannie & Callie]

Happy, Happy Birthday Guinness! It sounds like you had one heck of a time!!!

[Rose]

Happy Birthday, Guinness! You have a wonderful family!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I had a great time at Guinness's birthday party! All of your babies are beautiful!!