are you doing this?
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or maybe a little of this?
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with the temps soaring into the upper 30s these past few days, and the humidex nudging that oppression up over 40 — that’s 100+ degrees for all of my good friends across the border — well, ask any dog and, in between the drooling pants and hangdog looks, they’ll probably tell you it’s just too doggamn hot. unless, of course, you’re able to scoop up the very last kiddie pool at Toys R Us … and don’t even bother trying Walmart or Zellers or Canadian Tire. they’re all out. but blessed Ashley down at the Toys R Us was Merrick’s savior today with the last dusty pool kicking around the place.
i’m not sure, but i think he kinda sorta just a little likes it.
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as for my saner girl matea …
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this crazy dog will collapse and luxuriate in the deepest, muckiest, slimiest, smelliest, scummiest puddles she can find on any trail … but no way will she get into a shallow pool of clean water. however, give this girl a hose …
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and you’ve utterly and completely made her day.
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so, do what you have to, but stay cool!
KRaeMy dogs just absolutely love kitty pools, the photos of Merrick reminded me of them, I hual out the pool everytime I have my camera and time on my hands. You mentioning that Matea likes grungy water holes makes me want to ask if you have ever read the Hank the Cowdog series? Hank the cowdog loves taking a “bath” in Emrald Pond. (which is the overflow of the septic tank)
Anyway, GREAT picutes!
Marci LiroffI literally cannot stop laughing!
Yay!!
LizThese are AWESOME!!! I love all of them and both are good ideas for keeping doggies cool!
stephanieThe final one of Matea is priceless! Enjoyed every single one…..
CourtneyOMG that fifth one of Merrick – I laughed until I was crying!
SydneyHahahah Fantastic!! Cody doesn’t like the kiddy pool much, which is weird cause he will dive head first into any body of water he can find, puddle to ocean, swamp to creek. Merrick can cheer anyone up, these pictures are fantastic, shaggy little water monster. I am hoping it will cool down tommorow, this heat wave is murder on my poor black dog.
KamalaLast one… awesome!!!!!
Utskiha-ha! Now that looks like tons of fun!
Frank, Jr.love it! many moons ago I did the same for my cocker, but now that we’re just a short way from the lake, it’s not really needed. Merrick’s really getting into it, so glad to see. hope the heat breaks soon for you & the dogs.
tee4tiaJust hilarious. I don’t know about you, but when I see Merrick filled with complete joy like this, it’s just overcomes me.
Marcia AguiarYou and your dogs are awesome, Illona!
AnitaFinally some rain here this morning! Autumn’s sure pleased, her short little face has been doing a sub par job on the cooling front (even with her personal dog fan blasting in the direction of her bed)!
We were thinking of a kiddie pool for her yesterday but were in the same boat…they’re all sold out everywhere!
Adorable shots, I’m glad Merrick got his pool:)
Lindathe hose shots are hysterically funny!
LainerOMG! These are so hilarious! I love the last few shots, but the Jack Russell jumping around in the pool makes me want to buy my frenchie a small pool. It’s been oppressive here in Connecticut too. Love this series. Awesome job!
Holly Garner-JacksonWay too cool and funny! Your kids have the best mom! Were you tossing a ball to Merrick or was he just absolutely going bonkers over the pool?
MargaretLove-love-love ’em!!! Stay cool, all of you!!!