We've had a wee bout of the Arctic here in NE Scotland this week, perfectly timed for Gail's brother who came up from Englandshire to visit for three days.
I am thinking my husky blog pals might have appreciated the conditions more than Uncle Max did.
But once again, I was happy to permit a welcome guest a generous allocation of space on my cosy blue sofa.
In fact now he's gone, it feels like there's something of a gap.
Other good news is that I have a fun new companion for my Thursday morning walks. Freddy has just been adopted by kind neighbours Ola and Struan and he's totally up for a race around the park in the snow. Ola reported that we were both super well behaved off the lead, give or take the odd flash of 'dominance' on my part...
Freddy is a handsome one year old poodle/shih tzu mix from Mrs Murray's (the local dog and cat rescue centre). I am feeling a bit sorry for him in the cold weather as apparently his poodly coat was so matted it had to be shaved off right down to the skin when he arrived at the rescue centre.
I hope for dear Freddy's sake the furs grows back again quickly, but meanwhile he has a nice cosy jacket to keep the winter chills at bay.
Gail is spending a lot of time dozing on 'her' sofa - the brown one - at the moment, and I am learning that she mostly just wants to be left in peace.
oooh hello freddy... we think that is the perfect partner for a whft... have fun together... for the snow.. we think that is somethin g for huskies.. we dislike it... uuugh
ReplyDeleteOh dear, I hope Gail is getting lots of rest and will be feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteGreat to have a park friend Nobby and i hope his furs grow back quickly and thickly (not really a word I suspect) to cope with your winter weather. Give our kindest regards and lots of love to Gail. We think of her often. F and Mr B
ReplyDeleteIt's good to make new friends isn't it Nobby? I met a sweet little Podenco girl at the dog park last week and we really hit it off. She's a rescue, just like me, and her new (American) family are fostering her until she finds her forever home. I think Carol was very tempted but says I'm enough for anyone - not quite sure what she means by that!
ReplyDeleteYou were a good boy to share your sofa with Gail's brother. Perhaps he'll come back again to share it.
Love,
Paca xx
Hari OM
ReplyDeleteWell, Nobby, I am super impressed that you gave space for Uncle Max and I am so glad he was able to visit you and Gail. As for Freddy - what a fun furiend to have. Clearly walking you firmed the decision by Ola and Struan about making the move to adopt! Hoorah for that!!! Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
Freddy looks like a SuperFun friend for you, Nobby, and it looks like he really needs that coat! We hope that Gail feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteHow nice to have a new playmate. You two will have lots of winter fun even if he has to wear a coat! Have a fun weekend!
ReplyDeleteYou make friends readily, Nobby, and Freddy looks fun. It was kind of you to share your sofa, but I'm glad Gail has a sofa of her own and can rest as much as she needs to. Give her my love.
ReplyDeleteYou were certainly a nice Nobby to share your sofa with your Uncle. I am so happy for you that you have a new off leash pup to run with and that so many are taking good care of you and Gail. Give Gail and extra careful hug from me and Beau. God bless every one of your friends that are there when you need them.. Auntie Yam will be there soon..
ReplyDeleteNobby OMDs you are living large your Uncle Max visited you were the perfect host. He looks like he is quite impressed with you too. Wonder if his dogs
ReplyDeleteread the mail you left on him.
Freddy is a most handsome and very lucky new friend to have a new family and you for a walking mate. What an interesting mix poodle/shih tzu mix
Hugs to you and Gail and to YAM-aunty when she arrives to celebrate a special weekend with you and Gail
Cecilia and Bryan
We're so glad to see your Uncle was able to come for a visit, Nobby. That was nice of you to share your couch with him too. Freddy looks like a fun pal to go to the park with. We're a bit jealous that you've had snow and we haven't seen any!
ReplyDeleteSnow here, too, and a bit unexpected. Freddy seems to be a fine tempered and good looking pooch.
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice you got to enjoy a snow day or two Nobby! We sure loved ours...but it's nice when it melts and gets warm again!
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Rosy & Sunny
It is easy to see the family connection between Gail and her brother. So good of him to visit. And yes, we would love that wintry weather. Maybe we will get some here for Christmas. Freddy looks like a great pal. That is an interesting combination- poodle and shih tzu. We see a lot of poodle in him. We hope his shirt keeps him warm.
ReplyDeleteWoos - Misty and Timber
It's like you are hosting a talk show with special guests from your couch every day
ReplyDeleteNobby, you are blessed with so many friends and Freddy looks like a champ. Your social skills are first rate and you're the very picture of a gracious host. Perhaps it's time to politely request that Gail drop the suggestion of "naughty Nobby"?
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you Freddie. We are so glad he found a wonderful home and hope his coat grows back soon. We are glad you had some time with your uncle Max. We can understand why you miss him. Lee and Phod
ReplyDeleteNice to meet new friends, Nobby...your Uncle and Freddy!
ReplyDeleteGlad to know you get lots of exercise and wlakies, too.
Give your Gaiul a tail wag, a good kiss or two from us pups and a huge virtual high from Petcretary. Feel better soon.