It was party day and the house benefited. There was lots of kitchen activity but other rooms benefited and things got sorted yet again. While Lee cooked, Chantelle and Ken worked with dogs. Those to be shown are getting polished while others are simply having spring cleaning. With guests as audience, Scout showed off his Agility routine - enjoying the accolades as much as he enjoys the equipment. Susan and Shirley arrived, after a little tour of NB, and enjoyed dinner and the company. They were in good form after two days travel and have weathered another New England winter. Dawn and Jimmy joined us for the evening - always a pleasure.
Jake departed much to Abby and Shadow's surprise. He had such a great time with these two that his reintegration to the city could be a little longer than usual. There has been a new set of alliances. Sophie needed friends so she is going out with Shadow and Abby. Being herded seems to suit Sophie - she thinks Shadow is charming. Abby loves everyone so a change is a good thing in her world. Jasper and Maddie have their own yard and work as a team. They enjoy their big beds. Briggs and Brady are doing amazingly well. They are such a different combination and are best friends. As is always the case, dogs boarded in pairs really do thrive. Little Maggie is looking after her run and keeping an eye on the kennel. She runs out to say hi to her friend Nemo and is doing well. Barrett is enjoying his days with Trebia. He is insistent that his little friend come with him. They just add to the odd combinations this week.
The house dogs are going along - always happy on the day of a party to help in the kitchen and remain under foot, avoided as much as possible as they stand behind us or settle under our feet. The little crew are as troublesome as ever - barking us through our days and critical of many of our activities.
Dinner was lovely and we all enjoyed the prime rib, Yorkshire pudding, roasted squash, onions, roasted potatoes and turnip followed by a nectarine shortcake with blueberries and cream. Nobody left the table hungry.
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