Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Tuesday, January 24th, 2017

Miss Allie was very cuddly today. When I joined her in the cattery she raced to the cat tree and climbed right up where she could be at my level. She weaved around the posts rubbing against them meowing for my attention. I gave her a few head scratches before trying to get her to play. She was much more interested in cuddles today than play. I sat down on the chair and she hopped over onto my shoulders and into my lap. She twisted and turned about to make sure I scratched her back in the perfect places. If I stopped giving her cuddles she would look at my funny and start kneading my legs to pay more attention to her. I threw a few toys across the room to see if she was interested, definitely not. I moved down onto the floor where she followed me and continued to curl herself around my legs.
Casey has been a real pleasure to spend so much time with throughout her visit. We got to enjoy her extra attention time together again today. She knew when I came to her kennel and let her run down the hall that she was going to head up front. She loves hanging out in the reception area more than any other room in our building. Today she was especially curious as to what was on the other side of the front door. When Kinsey came in she got super excited and got lots of pets and cuddles from her. Casey was pleased to relax on the floor and take a little nap in the company of staff. She was also very pleased to receive endless amounts of pats and cuddles. Casey’s favourite part of her extra attention is all the treats she receives. She gets by with sitting and looking cute for her treats. When I asked for a paw today, she spun in a circle and then sat back down. I got a good laugh out of this and then gave her the cookie anyway. In the yard, Casey was very intrigued by all the fresh snow that’s been falling throughout the day. She kept her nose to the ground for the majority of her time outside. Occasionally, she would dig at the ground trying to uncover smells from beneath the fresh powder. Casey also enjoyed the company of her friend Sophie again today. The pair likes to kiss and cuddle against one another while I offer them pets and cuddles.

Teddie could not have been happier with the fresh snow we have (and still are) receiving today. We are supposed to get 15cm! In the yard, we had just a couple for his first outing, but it was just enough for him to roll around in and enjoy the coolness. Teddie kept very busy rolling in the snow until his buddy Kyah came dancing over asking for some games. Teddie was more than happy to give in to the pretty girl and play around with her. The two had so much fun boxing around. Teddie loves to push Kyah down to the ground and then bounce around her while she gets back up. This only encourages Kyah to run off, starting races. Teddie had so much fun racing around with Kyah, Justice and Riley today. These four dogs had major zoomies and enjoyed every minute of their time sprinting in circles around the yard. Teddie couldn’t have been happier with his busy outing today. When it was time to come in, he shook off in his kennel and it looked like it was snowing inside!

Kizmet never fails to put a smile on my face. This guy is so full of spunk, and personality. Today newcomer, Bush, fascinated him. Bush is an older malamute husky who was pleased to partake in the busy group. Kizmet was overly friendly in welcoming him, Kiz wouldn’t stop asking him to play until finally Bush gave in and goofed around with Kiz. Kiz was thrilled to dance around with this older guy. He was very polite not to play too rough but did do lots of play bowing and bouncing around as well as endless amounts of rolling around. All his rolling got the attention of his good pal Kyah. Kyah was hilarious dancing on top of him howling away while Kiz continued to roll around. These shenanigans drew the attention of Sophie who Kizmet was fond of. Kiz hopped up and began mouthing at Sophie in a very playful way. The two chatted back and forth and alternated taking turns rolling in the snow while playing around. Needles to say, Kiz had an action-packed fun filled day with all his buddies.

Kai had such a fun day today! I haven’t seen Kai so bouncy and energetic throughout her whole visit so far. Windy, a young golden retriever was what brought Kai out of her shell. I think all the fresh snow falling made her extra frisky too. Kai spent her first chunk of outdoor time by my side, supervising the young ones get up to their shenanigans. Kai loves being pet and cuddled in the yard so she was very happy to park herself at my feet and enjoy the attention while her friends goofed around. Part way through her outdoor time, Windy raced by us and her tail wacked Kai in the face. This got Kai up and she was quick to bolt after her. Kai was then bouncing all around like a deer bounding through a field. She looked so cute flying after Windy. Windy was more than happy to have Kai paying so much attention to her. The pair enjoyed lots of time together, running and bouncing back and forth around the yard. After loads of playing Kai took a break from Windy to check out what her other friends were up to. She didn’t show as much interest in her other mates as she did in Windy, so she returned to my side for more cuddles. At this point, Kai had a nice layer of snow built up on her head and back. She looked so cute with the light dusting of snow across her shiny, black fur.

Laika is such a sweet, loving girl. She is always happy and full of positive energy. Whenever it is her turn to head outdoors she patiently waits at her kennel door and then bolts down the hall and into the yard once it is opened for her. In the yard, Laika loves to say hello to each and every dog before investigating the territory. She is a very polite girl, saying kind hi’s and hello’s to everyone before putting her nose to the ground to sniff and explore. Whenever Laika comes up from sniffing to say hello, she runs towards me with a big smile on her face and her whole rear end wiggling back and forth. She never fails to bump into my side and then stop right next to me, asking for pets and cuddles. Today, Laika was pleasantly surprised to have a new group mate named Percy join in on the fun. Percy loves to run around and Laika was all for this. She was keen to join in on all the racing around, and even got herself to the front of the chase. Once she got to the front, she looked around realizing there was no one to chase anymore. Laika then looped around to the back of the running so that she could race after her friends again, and slowly make her way to the front once more. After lots of running and bouncing with her friends, she broke off to hang out with me once more before heading back indoors.

Percy had a five star day with us. The group he was in today could not have fit his play style and  personality better. The moment we got outdoors he spotted me heading through the gate with a Frisbee in my hand. Before the rest of the group could even take note in what I was holding, I had to launch it across the yard so that he, Chloe, and Stella wouldn’t maul me! As it was flying in the air across the yard I watched Percy get to the front of the chase and retrieve it. Stella and Chloe were very jealous, starting a massive race around the yard after Percy. This fun didn’t last long as Percy lost grip of the toy and Chloe snatched it from him. The game then took a turn, and Percy was after Chloe. Chloe was so determined to keep possession of this Frisbee, as she is with any toy. Never the less, Percy continued to frolic on her heels in hopes that she may lose grip or slip up and drop it. The two raced around the yard in circles for ages and ages until I introduced a second toy into the mix. The rope toy was a good distraction for Percy, who then chases Stella all over. This gave Chloe the opportunity to play one on one with me. Chloe wasn’t going to play fetch, as she knew there was a chance she wouldn’t get her toy back. Instead, we played an intense game of tug. Chloe really gave me a run for my money, pulling me all around the yard with such a tight grip on her orange toy. I ended up giving up, letting Chloe take all the pride. She paraded around the yard with the Frisbee flipped up on her head after this. I got such a good laugh watching her run around with partial vision as if nothing was amiss. Meanwhile, Percy was still looping around the yard hot on Stella’s heels. Stella loves a good chase and Percy was the best match for her. Windy was keen to get in on the games too, which also drew the attention of Kai. Before Percy knew it, he had three very pretty girls playing around with him. He was very chatty, as usual, and continued to bounce left and right around all his friends ensuring to stay right in on all the action that was taking place.

Another day well spent for our favorite daycare ladies Issy and Mocha. Upon arrival, they trotted down the hallway and into the kitchen to find warm fluffy beds just waiting for them! However, it wasn’t long before it was their turn for their morning trail walk and before I could even open the door, Mocha was howling and waiting impatiently for me right at the door. Can you tell that’s her favourite part of the day? They were pleased to meet Golden girl Windy who was just as excited to sniff out that trail, Windy sure did keep the pace up and Issy and Mocha found themselves trying to keep up. A quick rest later and they were heading out the door for some socialization where they met another new face named Charlie. Mocha and Issy graciously accepted Charlie’s kisses and Mocha even jumped down into a play bow giving him the invite to play! While Charlie followed Issy around the yard for her usual laps, this gave Mocha the opportunity to have a good roll in the freshly fallen snow; the signature happy Mocha move!

Macie, the forever-smiling girl, joined Husky friends Vega and Korvo for an entertaining morning of fun! Macie loves a good play out in the yard and feeds off the energy of those surrounding her. Well lucky for her she had two of the silliest pups around and as Korvo excitedly chased Vega around the yard, Macie was right up there with him and they enjoyed her playful company! She was full of energy this morning and surprisingly kept up speed with the speed-demons themselves! But the chase was cut short when she met another Husky friend names Bush. Bush is a newcomer and Macie happily greeted him with a wiggle of her tail and made him feel very comfortable with his new surroundings; these two loved one another!

All of that freshly fallen cold snow meant some hesitation from some of our little four-legged friends to going outside today! Luckily for Rufus and Sherman, they have fancy winter jackets that keep them warm and encourage them to play with no hesitation. Just by showing them their jackets, they get all excited knowing they are heading out and happily let us bundle them up! Outside it was full speed for these two little ones; off they went galloping into the far yard with newly found friend Ringo not far behind! Their forever-flowing energy always gets the rest of the gang to follow behind them and they really needed some encouragement today! Lola wanted nothing to do with the snow, out for some business but then she was ready to head back inside and barked up a storm so loud that I could hear her from the far yard! Luckily she had Julie to back her up and the two of them howled all morning long to get my attention; it really wasn’t that cold! Pearl didn’t seem to think so; she joined Rufus and Sherman in the far yard and spent her morning running circles around me as she dug her little head in and out of the snow in exploration. Moving is key to staying warm she thought, and this little one didn’t stop moving all morning long! Merlin is another little daycare friend who didn’t seem to mind the snow; in fact, he loved it! He spent his time whipping around the yard, kicking up snow behind him. This little guy never disappoints, he is always full of such fun-loving energy and much like Rufus and Sherman, he made the most of his time outside today and loved every single minute of it! This handsome boy also takes some wonderful photos, who could resist that handsome face of his! 





























































































































































































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