There was a slight change on the week end. The Regalridgemobile departed the property without a dog. It was on to Digby County for a week end with Bob and Luella sans canines. Of course, there were dogs aplenty on arrival, with Rascal and Daisy delighted to see company at the lake house. Chantelle managed property, puppies and all things in between, finding a bit of a disconnect in having Lee and Ken at her house and her with all of her dogs at Regalridge. The south end of the province is beautiful and never more so than in August. There are loons, geese and ducks on the lake in great abundance. Days are long and mornings early. There are lots of people from all over the globe, enjoying the bounty of the area. Scallops are plentiful and markets are overflowing with produce. Saturdays bring the Annapolis market - a favourite of the Regalridge family - with its European breads and fabulous pottery and linens. Lee found yet another hand woven Swiss tablecloth and supplemented this with scarves and the ubiquitous bread. Our Ken was found with bags muttering 'Christmas' to anyone who would listen. There were a few odd stares. Bob found a Coonhound trolling for attention and remained stationary for quite a while. This was his first major outing since the hip surgery and he acquitted himself well. A new restaurant was pronounced a success and it was back to the lake for the duration. The weather was perfect and the vintage single malt the perfect counterpoint to the laconic setting. The return home brought the staples for the fencing project now in its infancy. Chantelle gave in to the water on a rock torture and called the new landlords (in the midst of their packing) and she and Ken ran off to Dutch Settlement for a tour of the property and a planning session. Our Ken has approved the new abode, turning over in his mind the picket requirement to build a solid fence for the wayward Welsh and single Airedale.
The kennel was busy. Chantelle took it all in stride, playing kong with the older puppies and sitting with the babies in her lap. There was grooming aplenty, with Abigail sporting a new and impressive summer haircut. At her double digit age, she still resembles a puppy and all who meet her are charmed. Charlie Airedale is in residence and delighted to see his old friends. He and Penny bonded and had a great Airedale play in the big yards. Bella Sheltie is taking charge - an unusual Sheltie mannerism and one that is startling to behold. Chantelle's Welsh were in residence in the kennel, much to Scout's disgust. The likelihood of this slight being overlooked is remote and the possibility of his hearing that Billy spent the night in Chantelle's room doesn't even bear thinking about.
Piper was not amused that Lee had again managed to leave the property. She may not be Chantelle's favourite canine. There were thunder storms to keep things perking along and Chantelle discovered the joy and efficacy of the thunder shirts. They are amazingly effective for the middle aged Airedales. Virginia and Alex were taught to chase and return the kong. The results were mixed - the chase easily outweighing the return. The babies are growing rapidly and Lola has returned home to Helen and Kenzie. The five little ones are eating well - no hold outs in this crowd. They are a collegial crowd, enjoying people and other puppies equally.
Dinner was a new production. Accompanying the fresh beans and potatoes from the Valley markets was a marinated lemon chicken. It was well received by the Alpha Male.
The kennel was busy. Chantelle took it all in stride, playing kong with the older puppies and sitting with the babies in her lap. There was grooming aplenty, with Abigail sporting a new and impressive summer haircut. At her double digit age, she still resembles a puppy and all who meet her are charmed. Charlie Airedale is in residence and delighted to see his old friends. He and Penny bonded and had a great Airedale play in the big yards. Bella Sheltie is taking charge - an unusual Sheltie mannerism and one that is startling to behold. Chantelle's Welsh were in residence in the kennel, much to Scout's disgust. The likelihood of this slight being overlooked is remote and the possibility of his hearing that Billy spent the night in Chantelle's room doesn't even bear thinking about.
Piper was not amused that Lee had again managed to leave the property. She may not be Chantelle's favourite canine. There were thunder storms to keep things perking along and Chantelle discovered the joy and efficacy of the thunder shirts. They are amazingly effective for the middle aged Airedales. Virginia and Alex were taught to chase and return the kong. The results were mixed - the chase easily outweighing the return. The babies are growing rapidly and Lola has returned home to Helen and Kenzie. The five little ones are eating well - no hold outs in this crowd. They are a collegial crowd, enjoying people and other puppies equally.
Dinner was a new production. Accompanying the fresh beans and potatoes from the Valley markets was a marinated lemon chicken. It was well received by the Alpha Male.
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