Cairns are so much like children that sometimes I forget they're dogs. Crunch had his second birthday this month, and I felt guilty for not throwing him a party or showering him with gifts. He did get a green football that he loves. It's probably all a dog needs. Nevertheless, my affection for this twosome borders on the ridiculous. Just tonight, Crunch (who is extremely affectionate) curled up on my husband's lap to nap. I thought that a cuddly dog with a sweet smelling head ALMOST rivals the wonderful sensation of holding a sleeping baby you love. Our other pup is Gus. Last Saturday, he had his yearly checkup at the vet for shots and such. I was more than a little concerned about his weight. He is twice Crunch's size. He is our "Baby Huey". The vet says, "He's fine. Just watch his weight since he doesn't need to gain more." Whew....relief. Being a dog mom is not as easy if you think like a "mom".
We spent today hiking a trail at a state park. The weather was great and the trail was shady. Both dogs were in heaven and loved sniffing, pouncing, and discovering. The end of the trail led upwards to an overlook where you had quite a view. The only problem we had on this walk was the stairs leading to this final destination. Gus decided he couldn't bear to go up. He dug his doggie heels in with a defiant " not going anywhere" attitude. I ended up carrying him up the steps behind my husband and Crunch. Yes, it was exhausting. Gus was fine up on the overlook. Of course, he had no problem going DOWN the steps. Both dogs fell asleep in the car on the return trip home.
