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Well those dog days of summer are pretty much over, but our canine friends did enjoy the lazy hazy
days by frolicking on the beach, splashing in the lake and swimming with friends all summer long!
Happy Doggie Dogwalking Adventures
Swimming Fun at the Park!
Hey, camera freak! Stop taking pictures and throw the ball for us already!
Kira & Zoey wait for yet another ball throw..
Yipee, got it first AGAIN! Take that Kip and Zoey!! Finally, it's all mine! Let them swim around looking for it..heh heh.
Lara once again gets to the ball first, much to everyone else's Sneaky Zoey tries to hide the fact that she got the ball
chagrin
Suckers! Finally got the ball. All that barking at them finally worked. Well that was a really good swim, I'm nice and cool. A nice
And they thought I wouldn't get there first..heh heh post-swim snack would be ideal right about now
A very excited (and soaked) Ada gets the ball first for once... Our newest pal Chumley dries off on the beach after a swim
Ok guys get ready. He's gonna throw it and the fastest, which is hehe that Keagan has no idea how fast I am and doesn't know
me, will get to it first! I usually get the ball first. She'll learn that one pretty quick, I think!
Keagan warns the group but is really pointing her comment to Lara not looking too worried about Keagan getting the ball
Lara, who is actually the fastest in the group.
The pack enjoying a break on the beach and waiting for zoey Yipeee! Look at me Zoey and Caramel! If you take a very
to drop the ball so they can swim for it again close look, you'll see what I've got in my mouth!
Um mind if I pass Tigger? I'll let you have the ball next time Darn I thought it went this way, I missed the ball AGAIN!
I get it. Pretty please? I'm much better on the shore I think!
Ada asks Tigger the Lake Guardian if she can walk back Holly searches for the ball in the Lake
to the shore
Weee this is fun. Too bad I don't like to go right into the water like Ok guys, gather 'round. Al's gonna throw the ball and we'll see
the rest of them. That might increase my chances of getting the who will get it. It'd better be me!
ball more often... Chumley calls the Ball Crew meeting to order
Bella runs along the shore chasing the other dogs, who are
chasing the ball
Come on throw the darn thing already. We're trying to be Who will get to it first? As usual, Lara (in the very front)
patient here. leads the pack with Zoey, Ada and Kira eating her dust...
The gang awaits the ball throw into the Lake
Man this is hard work, I'm exhausted and didn't even get the Hey you should give me a head start for the ball. Man those
darn ball again. But the swimming sure is fun! guys are fast. I haven't gotten it the last 5 throws, I'm about
Ada and gang come back to shore disappointed Zoey beat due I think!
them once again. Theo eagerly awaits his chance to get the ball
I really like that spot over there, no wait, this one is Phew, I'm pooped. That running after Zoey and chewing on
warmer. But the ball keeps going over there, maybe I should her ears is hard work! Maybe I'll give her a break and roll around
relocate and maybe I'll beat Zoey and Lara to the ball for once on this nice here beach
Rosie searches for the best spot in the Lake Caramel enjoying a swim and beach hang out
Hey anyone wanna come swim with me? Come on, I promise I Oh there's the ball, hot dang how do I keep losing sight of it?
won't jump at your face to give you kisses! Rosie still searching for the ball
Tigger invites some of his pals to join him in the lake for a dip.
Man, am I ever wiped. I'm SO not used to this swimming thing. It's A chicken we saw on the beach. Oh wait, we think
super fun but also super tiring. Time to lay on the beach and get a tan it may be an upside-down Caramel!
Our pal Noelle takes five at the swimming hole
Ok this is good, he hasn't spotted me. I may be able to get Ok guys gather round. I think Al's got another ball in his pocket
over to the ball without Tigger jumping on me. Woohoo! he may throw it if we're lucky. Since Kip won't give the other one back
Chumley tries to sneak around Tigger, who just loves the little sneak.
jumping and playing Theo, an extremely happy (or eager?) Harley & Al on the beach
Get a good sniff yet Huck? Well hurry up then will ya, I missed Just stop being patient and reach into her mouth and grab the ball will ya?
the last ball throw that Zoey likes to keep it to herself
Rosie hanging out with Huck Ada tells Al to hurry up and retrieve the ball already
Well well look at that, Zoey's got the ball again. Surprise What? I don't have it, I swear! I had it in the water and then that darn
Suprise, wonder if she'll let us get it for once! little dog stole it from right under my nose. Dang...I really want that ball
Ada, Bella, Lara, Caramel and Zoey on the beach back. In fact, my life depends on it!
Kip and gang waits for someone to show up with the ball already
this water stuff isn't so bad afterall. In fact I'm really enjoying it, Wow, we had absolutely no idea there were alligators in
too bad Zoey's just standing there watching me though. She must this lake. Must have been brought here accidentally from
think I have the ball or something Florida. Wait, that almost looks like it could be a dog...oh
Noelle takes a dip with her lifeguard pal, Zoey, supervising it's our sneaky friend Henry!
Caramel shakes his stuff in the water. We think he's This is really good water. Have you guys actually tried this yet?
practicing for his upcoming hair commercial he's doing for It's fantastic. Much better than that boring clean water we always
Pantene soon get when we get back to the car.
Theo and Rosie enjoy tasting the water while swimming
Phew that was close. This little puppy sure loves me! I must Man am I ever soaked! I'm just dripping in this stuff. Here can you
smell like steak or something! help me dry off?
Chumley tries to lose Huck, our newest pal, a sweet Chum holds his paw up for us on the beach (he must think
10 week old chocolate lab) we always come with a towel!)
Who will get to the finish line first? Looks like it'll be Lara or Kip, What are we supposed to do in here without the ball? BOOORING!
with Zoey in a close 3rd. Maybe we should chase each other or something..or not...
Come on Henry, gimme a hug man. I love you! FIN-ALLY! I got it! I got it! Nanner Nanner. And I ain't gonna
Poor Henry tries to run from Kip who keeps trying to play with come out of the water because those humans will take the
him in the water. But all Henry wants to do is wait for the ball ball and throw it again...and since I hardly ever get it I may as well
throw so he can steal it just keep it. Woohoo!
A very happy Henry enjoys spending some quality time with
the ball
You may as well just give it to me. I get it almost Dang it, that Zoey snuck in there. She's sneaky sometimes. Oh well,
every throw anyway. Here, pass it over.. the next throw is mine, ya hear that Henry? ALL MINE! mwuahhahaha!
Lara waits patiently for the ball with Henry lurking Lara and Henry disappointed Zoey swooped in and nabbed the
in the water behind her. ball
I should be able to block Zoey from getting the ball from Zoey reluctantly lets Al scoop up on the ball, while Henry, Huck and
here heh heh Tigger wait anxiously for it to be thrown back into the water
Caramel gets ready to run (swim) after Zoey so when
she gets the ball, he'll be right there to pull it out of
her mouth!
Last one out smells like a flower! Ha ha, Henry. You smell like rose, and I stink like dead skunk!
Kip and Henry play in the water
Stop your blabbering Kip, I'm concentrating on a really nice spot I'm sure if we stare the human down long enough, he'll throw the
of sand here ball again
Rosie trying to find the perfect place to have a lie down on the Zoey and Ada waiting for you-know-what (can you tell Zoey's
beach thinking: 'here's the ball throw the darn thing already!')
Kip, you're my hero. I mean, I really look up to you If you're happy and you know it, stick out your tongues
Kip, Ada and AL's leg at the beach Very happy (and soaked) dogs: Lara & Henry
Ready...Set.... GOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Oooh, that patch of swampy grass actually looks kinda fun. Wonder if Please please please throw it again??? With a cherry on top?
they'll notice if I swim quietly over there... Zoey prays she'll get another ball throw
Theo contemplates roaming the 'grasslands' along the water's edge
where his pal Harley always hangs out
That's pretty good Ada, but to prance like a prince, you need to catch Oops, don't anyone move. I just lost my contact
more air...like me
Tigger shows Ada how the walk is done properly Bella searching the lake for her contact lense (or maybe a
stick, we're not too sure)
Hey human, do you mind if I jump up and give you a kiss?
What about me? Do I get a hug? Come on, you know I'm
Pretty please? I love ya and just wanted to give you some
cute and snuggly too!
affection Our new pal Huck, a 10 week old chocolate lab enjoys
Tigger loves to jump up and say hello (especially when he's some smoozing on the beach
soaked)
Did you throw it? Where is it? mmmn....maybe Henry snatched it up Hey Bella, over here! I think I've found your contact!
when our heads were turned. He's sneaky that way... Harley spends most of his time in the grassy bushes along the water
Lara, Harley, Zoey and Ada search the lake for the ball We're not sure what he's looking for but he has fun doing it
Zoey: "Um what's he doing there Lara?" HA! Nice try Caramel. You can shake your ears all you want, you
Lara: "I have absolutely no idea Zoey, but he looks like he's losing it" won't find where I've hidden the ball...heh heh
Zoey: "Well at least he's leaving my ears alone for once! haha!" Caramel shakes his thing for Lara and Zoey
Caramel rolls on the beach while his friends look on, wondering
what he's up to
Everyone running in different directions while Zoey awaits Ok here's the ball, but try to throw it for me again will ya?
another throw...what else is new, that dog is super those other guys get it WAY too often for my liking
ball-focused! Theo gives up the ball for Al to throw
Weeee, this running thing is fun. If I can get the hang of it! This is it, the final throw. It's SO mine...in fact, its got my name all over
Huck runs out of the water trying to find someone it. Did ya hear that Kip? You'd better be listening....
to play with him Lara awaits the last ball throw of the day in extreme anticipation
Where's the ball? Darn I thought it was around here. How on earth HA! Here it is. And Zoey hadn't spotted it yet, yipee! Take that
did I miss it? I was watching, I swear you crazy redheaded retriever!
Lara wonders what happened to the ball A very happy Lara with the ball and Zoey close at her heels
Thanks Rosie, you just soaked me! Now I've gotta shake again That's it, I'm gonna get Al to come take the ball away from you guys.
too. Lara runs out of the lake to find her human friend Al
Rosie shakes her thing for Lara and Theo
YES! got it, yippee! Aren't you coming out to chase after me Henry?
Finally someone's chasing me. I shoulda known it would be that
What's wrong, don't want the ball?
redheaded retriever. She's always following whoever has the ball.
Kip doesn't know Henry always stays in the lake so he's ready for
Kip enjoys getting the ball and letting the others chase him
the next throw around
Well that's enough for me, I'm waterlogged. But can one ever Hey you two, watch out. I'm up to something really important here.
get enough swimming? I want to go back in already...mmmnnn Bella lost her contact lenses and I'm helping her find them. Go splash
Theo contemplates his next move on the beach over there!
Tigger, Zoey, Ada and a hoppy Henry in the background
That's it for me, I'm pooped. You guys really tired me out and I still Hey Zoey, pass it over here. I'll make sure Kip or Henry doesn't take
don't have the ball. I'm taking 5, don't throw it again til I'm back it. I promise!
Ada takes a short break on the beach Ada, Henry, Kip and Zoey sitting in the lake
No surprise to see who's in the lead again. That Lara can not Anyone want to chase Kip? Anyone? Keep him busy so he stops
only swim really fast, she hops through the water like a bunny! stealing my ball. Pretty please?
look at how much air she's got as she's literally hopping on top Kip, Lara and Ada approaching in the background, ready to chase
of the ball. the Kipster
Huck trying to play with Lara, who is extremely focused on Pick me! Pick me! I never get to it first!
finding the ball. Rayna hopes being in the front means she'll get the ball first!
Ok guys, breaktime. I say a nice sit on the beach is in order Hey Ada, check it out. The human has the ball and I think he might throw
here. it. Ok you corner Kip and I'll take care of Zoey and distract her...ready?
Ada and Caramel coming out of the water Ada and Caramel make a plan while sneaky Henry doesn't think
we see him lurking behind Caramel
Hey Buddy, what about over there! That patch of sun looks Rayna, Lara and Zoey on the beach, while nobody pays attention to
SOOO much better. Whattya say, wanna move our beach Caramel rolling up a storm (a sand storm?) on the beach..as usual!
towels over there and have us a bit of a suntan?
Tigger and Buddy, one of Trevor's (a fellow dogwalker)
sweet dogs that we walked while he was away.
I don't have it Kip, I swear! Go ask Lara or Zoey, those guys Ok guys, you go around the left side of the lake and corner
always hoard the ball! Zoey, I'll take Henry from the right. They'll never know what hit
Kip, Rayna and Henry in the water searching for the ball them, and the ball will be ALL OURS!! hehe
Kip, Ada and Lara huddle and plan their ball pirate venture
Hey where did everyone go? Ok I know I missed most of the action Dang it, I coulda sworn to the doggie gods that the ball
'cause I was playing in the grassy area on the beach, but come on.. landed on this patch of beach here. That stinky Redhead
some of us DO get sick of the ball all the time and I'd really rather strikes again! Arrgggg
wrestle instead. Anyone wanna try me here in the water? Anyone? Poor Henry, misses the ball yet again.
Harley looking for a wrestling playmate, while everyone's on the
beach waiting for the ball to be thrown
The gang enjoys a cool dip in the water on an extremely hot I know, I know, I don't usually go in the water, it's weird.
day. Keagan (in front) who was off for some of the summer But its so hot outside, and let's face it, this swimming thing is actually
will be joining us again soon. She's part Catahoula Leopard kinda fun! Except for those big splashy dogs, I got soaked
dog. Noelle and her pal Tigger dipping their paws in the lake
I wonder if I should go in for another swim? I'm kinda hot and I just HA! Take that Lara!! Finally, my turn to shake all over you. And I
love swimming. Even though I never get the ball, man those got Zoey and Caramel too, WOOHOO! Oh happy day! It's called
guys are faster than a speeding bullet. I'd better freshen up my Payback baby...hehehe Oooh, look. I even made a rainbow!
doggie paddlin' skills
Kip does his shake and soak on the beach, getting Lara quite
Our new friend Rayna just loves swimming in the lake and
soaked. But they just can't tear her away from that ball..
hanging out with all her new friends
La la la...weee what a nice afternoon.What should I do today?
Hey Tigger, whatya think? Shall we corner Zoey and steal the ball? I think
Go swimming with those big yahoos or hang out here on the
it's a wonderful idea and she'll never see that one coming
beach. Wonder if they have a swim up bar here, now that would Tigger and Holly plan some pirating action on Zoey
cool me right off
Noelle enjoys a stroll down the beach to the water, in search
of some fun umbrella drinks (she wasn't successful) ;)
Harley roaming the grassy shoreline, where you'll almost Woa..how on earth did the ball get up there? Man we are so
always find him during swim time...unless he finds someone not going to hold out for that one. it's gone baby...
to chase or wrestle Kira, Caramel and Holly trying to find the ball
Should I just dip my toes in, or jump straight in? It's a tad chilly, what do Ah come on lara, gimme the ball...please? I promise I'll give it back
you think? I dunno, it's kinda scary cold. let me think about that and to you right away. Well, at least after I parade around with it for the rest
get back to you... of the walk. Then it's all yours, I swear!
Huck debates how badly he wants to go into the lake Huck follows Lara and the ball around the beach
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