Pools, Pedi's and Pups

This weekend was so hot that we pulled out the pups' pool for the first time this year. We were anxious to see what "Doodle" would do with a large area of water - would he jump in? Would he avoid it? Or would he use it as an overgrown water bowl like his older brother? See the pics for the answer.....

The rest of the weekend was all about the pups (ok, so what else is new?). We've decided that since we are going on an austerity budget in preparation for the upcoming career change, we would start doing the grooming for each pooch at home, saving over $150.00/month. Oh lordy, what were we thinking?? All I can say is "Thank God I don't hope to make a living grooming dogs"! Poor, poor, beautiful Prinnie was the second (and most disastrous) kid to get groomed. The sweet little eskie looks like someone had a few too many drinks and attempted to chop at her fur! See is so kind, though. She thinks she looks beautiful, and licked me, insisting that with time, my skills will get better! Good thing there are no mirrors close to the ground!!

The "Boys" using the pool as a large drinking fountain

Duncan begging "Mommy" to let him out as brother Digby laughs

Doodle getting his "Pedi"

Poor sweet Prinnie after Mom's hack job on her fur!