Hi All,
Baron is certainly leaving his "mark" so to speak, at the the groomer's. After an exhausting half day at the groomer's (for the groomer, not Baron), he is home relaxing. Apparently Baron is her most difficult dog, and for scheduling purposes, she thinks of him as 2 dogs. He is either wiggles or licks the groomer's face in an effort to avoid being groomed.
To add to the chaos, Baron is able to let himself out the crate. He then socializes with the other dogs, who behave well enough that they aren't crated. Baron enjoys a rousing game of Ring around the Groomer. This does not please the groomer, who takes a tranquilizer or two prior to greeting Baron. She knows he doesn't mean to be so rambunctious and said, "He is just so darn happy." The good news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence. Baron's self esteem is so high that he can't imagine anyone being annoyed with him - ever! The bad news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence.
All for now - I'm off to buy a gift for the groomer.
Botswain
PS
Baron does look cute!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Greeting the Boyfriend
Hi All,
My "beloved" spouse (hint of sarcasm, in case you can't tell) will agree to reform school - but only for me, not Baron. He will, however, consider a prep school, preferably in the east. I can see it now - Baron in a navy blue sports jacket, tie and gray slacks. He will probably be the best groomed dog (if not the only dog) in the school. I, however, will be attending classes in striped pants and shirt (not at all flattering).
You might, dear readers, be wondering why I am once again motivated (more like driven) to register Baron for an "advanced learning" program. There is a simple explanation. My daughter brought her boyfriend, D, to "meet the family" which includes Baron. The good news is that Baron really likes D. In fact, one could almost say he "loves" D. As usual, Baron forgot that he is neutered. D, a dog lover, did not appreciate the show of affection. He was particularly displeased when (admittedly by mistake), Baron ripped his shirt. The shirt was not actually his, but belonged to his brother. The other piece of good news is that this gave my husband and myself the opportunity to have contact with D's extended family. The bad news is that this was not the best context in which to familiarize ourselves with them.
By the way, I am using the initial "D" to protect the innocent (no, the innocent one is not Baron).
All for now, I am off to the tailor's and perhaps the men's clothing store.
Botswain
My "beloved" spouse (hint of sarcasm, in case you can't tell) will agree to reform school - but only for me, not Baron. He will, however, consider a prep school, preferably in the east. I can see it now - Baron in a navy blue sports jacket, tie and gray slacks. He will probably be the best groomed dog (if not the only dog) in the school. I, however, will be attending classes in striped pants and shirt (not at all flattering).
You might, dear readers, be wondering why I am once again motivated (more like driven) to register Baron for an "advanced learning" program. There is a simple explanation. My daughter brought her boyfriend, D, to "meet the family" which includes Baron. The good news is that Baron really likes D. In fact, one could almost say he "loves" D. As usual, Baron forgot that he is neutered. D, a dog lover, did not appreciate the show of affection. He was particularly displeased when (admittedly by mistake), Baron ripped his shirt. The shirt was not actually his, but belonged to his brother. The other piece of good news is that this gave my husband and myself the opportunity to have contact with D's extended family. The bad news is that this was not the best context in which to familiarize ourselves with them.
By the way, I am using the initial "D" to protect the innocent (no, the innocent one is not Baron).
All for now, I am off to the tailor's and perhaps the men's clothing store.
Botswain
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