It was a cool day - perfect for setting blossoms and for lots of Airedale activity. Trapper Ken managed yet another striped, furry friend in his live trap. Chuffed that the trap has 'paid for itself' - an equation that perhaps only our engineer understands - this fellow, too, has been moved deep in the woods of Hants county. Rumour has it that another is lined up for the road trip . . . Our Ken perseveres. With any luck at all, this could be this year's summer project. June was in residence, keeping a lid on things as Lee managed the puppy nursery and Our Ken bonded with the wildlife as he went to a Board meeting in Truro. With the reduction in resident raccoons, the suet is actually allowed to stay among the feeders, much to the enjoyment of the early morning woodpeckers. Lee is working on the list of folks interested in the Airedale litter, understanding that there may not be enough puppies to add one to each family interested. The candles are almost full on the chestnut tree and resplendent in their number. The tree will be buzzing for a few days as every bee in the county arrives to admire the central point of the front yard. Lilacs are blooming throughout the property, a backdrop to the late tulips and opening ferns. Berries are in full flower and haying is occurring on the neighbouring farms. It is a lovely time of year.
The kennel is perking along nicely. Old bailey has heard that Faye is returning from the wild west so is packing her suitcase. Faye will be pleased at her increased ability to move about. Naomi and Moses are thriving, enjoying the big yard and settled nicely. Coby and Gabe are great pals, playing adolescent Airedale games and checking out the competition - whether in the next yard, flying overhead or at the fruit stand across the road. Barrett departed with a wave and a woo to Trebia. Scarlett arrived.
Patti enjoyed June's company on her wanders around the yard. Her appetite was perked up and the bowl of food on offer met her exacting standards at dinner time. Piper is improving, has an increased activity level and a more consistent reproach for Lee as she remains downstairs when she should be in the bedroom. She is not likely to easily forgive these slights and cares absolutely nothing about the nursery. The Airedale litter is doing well - becoming more active and enjoying any and all attention on offer. Marguerite is a focused and patient mother, pacing herself nicely with this significant family. There will be a move to the whelping room in her future - at the point the smaller of the females adds a bit more girth.
Dinner was a Chantelle favourite- back ribs. Added to this half day affair were potatoes and onions, sweet corn casserole and snap peas (as someone at the table noted that she doesn't like beans but these are good! . . .) The chocolate chip cookies have officially disappeared. Time to reposition.
The kennel is perking along nicely. Old bailey has heard that Faye is returning from the wild west so is packing her suitcase. Faye will be pleased at her increased ability to move about. Naomi and Moses are thriving, enjoying the big yard and settled nicely. Coby and Gabe are great pals, playing adolescent Airedale games and checking out the competition - whether in the next yard, flying overhead or at the fruit stand across the road. Barrett departed with a wave and a woo to Trebia. Scarlett arrived.
Patti enjoyed June's company on her wanders around the yard. Her appetite was perked up and the bowl of food on offer met her exacting standards at dinner time. Piper is improving, has an increased activity level and a more consistent reproach for Lee as she remains downstairs when she should be in the bedroom. She is not likely to easily forgive these slights and cares absolutely nothing about the nursery. The Airedale litter is doing well - becoming more active and enjoying any and all attention on offer. Marguerite is a focused and patient mother, pacing herself nicely with this significant family. There will be a move to the whelping room in her future - at the point the smaller of the females adds a bit more girth.
Dinner was a Chantelle favourite- back ribs. Added to this half day affair were potatoes and onions, sweet corn casserole and snap peas (as someone at the table noted that she doesn't like beans but these are good! . . .) The chocolate chip cookies have officially disappeared. Time to reposition.
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