Repeat And A Newbie

Last week we had a previous border stay with us again. Beau is the Mini Aussie who is obsessed with playing with a ball. He was pretty laid back the first day because his Mom had already worn him out. But the next day, right on cue, he wanted to go out and play. We set up a three times a day schedule and we all have a turn. It gets kind of boring after awhile because that's all he wants to do. He's supposed to be back two more times this spring but at least the weather will be better and a little more enjoyable.

We had a trial one night stay with Koda recently and then he came back for a longer one. He's a 10 year old mixed breed and is two months out from having knee repair surgery. He's using to playing with other dogs but has to keep from running so we were a good fit. He gets a walk around the block everyday, which he really enjoys.

It's hard sometimes to keep your mouth shut when you see a dog that could benefit from less food. He is very overweight which probably makes his healing process more difficult. She said her vet advised to cut back on the canned food that she puts in with the kibble. She said it doesn't really matter to her. She gives him a cup and-a-half of kibble with a half can of wet, twice a day. For an old dog that just lies around other than a short walk, I think it's just too much. I cut back on the canned a bit but it really won't make much difference once he goes home.

He's really a sweet boy though and is one of the easiest boarders we've had in awhile. He sleeps most of the day and when he does have bursts of energy, he's really funny and animated. I'd love to have him back someday.

We'll have a week long break before we welcome a repeat from last May. I love repeats; if we like them the first time of course.