Woof!!

Mom said it was time to write in my Blog..... I haven't been here for a long, long, long time cuz I'm on FaceBook now.

My best friend Sasha Roo died.. She went off to the Rainbow bridge to see her buddies Max and Chelsey.  I miss her still and was very sad when she first left.  Our whole family misses her but we are happy she moved on to greener pastures!  Here's to you Roo!  Enjoy some good eats in heaven. Woof!!

When Roo died, I was pretty devastated.   So it was time to get me a new pal and we adopted Yashi!!   I didn't like her at first but she wears on you and now we are buddies.  At first the doctor said she had Cancer but Yashi showed everyone wrong, she just has arthritis. We all get arthritis so we are happy it's likely not Cancer!!

Mom says I'm a gentle soul and a great example for how we should treat each other.  No matter how poorly I'd been treated, I still love people and see the good in them.  I live a happy life with lots of smiles on my face. The only time Mom has ever seen me upset is when I had a bad dream , lots of hugs took the fear away.  I've always thought if you spread love it bounces off of the skies and comes back to ya. I landed in a place where there is lots of love for me and my new sister Yashi.  We are happy pups


In spreading white fur to the corners of the house,
gunny

Peet's Meet and Greet!

What a great day for a meet and greet!

I met over 20 people today. I was pet by over 40 pairs of hands, Lil peep and big peep hand pets, along with doggie licks too! I love people and animals and people really love me.  ( I don't really like anyone kissing my nose, but I'll put up with it cuz Chico, the pit bull, was just being friendly)

Me and dad, you can barely see Chico in the background by the corner of the building.

Mom enjoyed a cup of Joe, and I enjoyed my favorite Arrow Spring water!

This is Bootie, she is a cute lab/newfoundland mix , I liked her!

Game over! Time to reboot for my next Gunventure!

Woof!

The Gunth

Dig!!! It keeps you grounded

WOOOOOF!!

Mom is so ready for bed but wanted to put a quick blog entry in for me. She has been so busy building a fence, that she hasn't had time to type.  I have a real issue with the Fence but that's a whole different blog entry.

Dig, Dig, Dig!!  I think digging is Funtastic! It's even better if you hit mud!  I love MUD!!  When I dig mud flings everywhere and sticks to everything. It is AWESOME.  Mud is good for your coat; it keeps me cool on hot days, feels great on the belly, ouzzies between my toes, humans even take bathes in it.
When I dig I create my own spa to lay in!!  Digging just makes me feel good, it connects me to the dirt and I love dirt.  I hate water.  Mud has water in it but I love MUD!!

I also hardly ever use my bedroom anymore. I like being where the humans are so I use their bed. It has more pillows and a wonderful comforter to lay on.  Mom says that she purchased a special water proof/Mud proof mattress pad for my bed and I should lay there...... NAY, her bed is better.  Plus I can share my latest discovery with her MUD!!

When Mom came home from work tonight, she looked a little rough. She says when I greet her and give her the biggest hug, it makes everything better.  I told her its because I dig in MUD.  It keeps me happy! I explained that if she came home and started digging in one of my mud spas/holes she would feel GREAT!!  She said Awesome!!  "Awesome new discovery you have there Gunther"   Mom just needs to try a lil digging and she'll agree with me!!

3am and Moms eyes are drooping the late night caffeinated beverage she accidentally had, not realizing how late it was, is wearing off.

So, Here's a couple of pics to end with.  Mom hasn't taken a pic of me digging yet but that will come  cuz it's my new favorite thing!!

Taking the old Fence to the dump with my Family: I love the dump!! 

Sleeping on Mom's pillow.... This is definitely better than my bed!!

Dig it's Good for you!!
Gunth

I have a High IQ!!

Woof!!
Mom hasn't been in the typing mood lately so, sorry for the delayed update.  If only I had hands instead of paws, I could update this me self!!  Mom agreed to fore go Olympic coverage to update my blog. She said USA soccer and beach volley ball rocks with Gold metals!! Whatever!!!  What would a dog do with a gold metal?!? Give me chicken then we'll talk.

So, I'm finally letting some of my cards be shown.  I am SMART!! Not that my new parents didn't think I was smart but maybe they didn't anticipate my level of smartness!

For instance:

1.  I convinced my P's, that I only care about chicken and turn my nose up at everything else.  But, little did they know, chocolate chip cookies run a close second .  While my mom went on an errand, I was able to tip over a plate of C.C. cookies , that unfortunately was almost empty, off the stove and onto the floor.  Mom said fortunately, I only ate a couple because the plate did a belly flop and landed on top of most of the cookies. STINK!  Mom says, now,  nothing left on top of the stove for my curiosity!!

2.  Dad took me on errands but neglected to fill my car water container that mom has rigged for me.  So, I took it upon myself to open my own water bottle, in front of Dad, and poured my water into a cup holder than drank my own water.  I was trying to show dad how to pour me water but he was pretty amazed that I could do it myself.

3. I think I picked up some vibes from Max. He must have come to influence my behavior  because today I made my first unexpected escape and bolt to the local park!!  What fun that was! Dad was opening the back fence to let his friend in to introduce him to me.  I could tell his friend wasn't a dog lover but a cat lover!! So,, I pushed Dad aside and ran like the wind!!  Because I am so friendly and love kids, I let some kids at the park snag me and Dad caught up with me.  But what fun that was!! My P's were not too happy with me! They are now on heightened alert for my craftiness in escaping== whatever!!

4. I barked and warned my P's when Sasha wasn't looking so good. She was confused and trying to find her bed but was lost in the living room.  I let the P's know and they were very happy I was looking after my sister.

5. My smartest move is greeting Mom every night after work!! Sasha Roo told me it's a must do and mom loves it. Every night she gives us a midnight treat when I greet her.  It's like an after dinner mint  put on hotel pillows-- at least I've heard of this, though I've not actually experianced this human tradition.

Time for PICS:

Heres a before and after!!

Adoption day 4/28/12

Present day 90+ pounds!!

After a bath- I'm Fluffy!!

When I don't want to get out of the car, I just stare at the P's!

My sister Roo!! She defies death at every turn! She is the best!!

That's  all folks!!  Happy to be alive,

The Gunth, AKA Gunny!

One of my least favorite things!!

Baths!!!! Water although a wonderful source of hydration, is no fun when you have to get it all over your fur!! Especially when Mom covers me in stinky stuff that smells awful- Mango shampoo and conditioner. The P's love it but I don't!

The bath is over thank goodness!
Mom says I look very handsome!

I took two walks today ! Mom and I ran walked for 2 miles. Then, after breakfast,
Grandma and Grandpa took me for a 2nd walk. I loved it!!

Roo came in for a pic with the grand P's too! I'm pooped from all the morning's activities-- time to pull the covers off Mom and Dads bed and take a nap!! My life is exhausting!

PS: Some People think I'm spoiled, mom's calls it sufficiently loved!

Oh and here is my photo from my mutts!! I'm in the cat section of the pet food store. I like cats so it's cool!

Off to zzzzzz... Woof,
Gunny

Gunny Update!!

Wahooooo!!  What a big Mouth I have!!    (Pic taken by Brandi from Mutt Mugs!)

New things I like:

1. My very own Hill!!  Mom and Dad gave me 1/2 the hillside that was to be landscaped. I think it's because I'm doing such a fine job landscaping it myself.  I dig very big holes to add to the topography!

This is my hill and I'm sitting on the edge of a hole I dug to claim the Hill as Gunther's

2. I love hiking at the Flume trail- I still HATE to get wet!!  I won't go in the water!

Staring at the Flume but no way do I want to go in!!

3. Trotting to the top of my new hill 'Gunther's hill' after getting home from a walk or car ride

and announcing/ barking that I'm home and everyone is welcome to come and visit!

Mom says I don't have a mean bone in my body and wonders if I would really guard the house but we won't let anyone know that I'm a softy. I can look Tough!!

4. I gained weight and now I'm almost 90lbs- 89.6lbs  to be exact but we round up in this household. Mom says that goes for mileage on runs too. She says if she runs 3.6 miles she can just round that up and calls it 4 miles!

5. I must say I like CHICKEN!! I know I say this every blog but I can't emphasize this enough! I don't think I'll ever eat kibble without CHICKEN beautifully blended in!  If Dad and Mom win the lottery, I'm gonna to ask that my share go to buying my own chickens!!

6. Hammocking!!  Mom put a pic on FB and I think laying in the hammock is wonderful! 

Ohhh and here are a few Pics from My Photo Shoot with My Mutt Mugs!!  My Poster should be up at Roseville Pet Food Express soon!!

This is literally a Mug Shot!

This is the photo that will be used in the Poster!

Mom says I've even gained weight since this pic!! Wahoo!!

Lastly, Roo likes Hammocking too!!  It's very enjoyable for us Dogs!!

Until next time!! I'm still waiting for Mom and Dad to take me Camping, to Napa, to Tahoe.. Hint Hint!!

Wooooof!

Gunther

Photo Shoot Day!!

 Woof, Woof!
Yes!!, today was the Photo shoot day for my Poster.  Brandi came and took my Mug. I was very sleepy and the only thing that woke me up was the delicious bone I'm eating in the pic below!!  People want me to wake up in the middle of my afternoon nap.  Don't they know that I'm nocturnal?!?  If I have to look cute and perky, I'm holding out for the good stuff!! : )   A frozen meat bone!!  SCORE!!!  It's the next best thing to CHICKEN!!    Chicken is still the only Real food that exists!  I like chicken grilled, Rotisserie, steamed, boiled.... I've heard of FRIED Chicken but Mom won't buy it for me, something about cholesterol??.  : /    Look for me in the window of Pet Food Express in the coming months!!  I'll have a goofy grin on my face.


 Oh, I also went to the SPGPC( Sierra Pacific Great Pyr Club) event at Pet Food Express yesterday! The Great Pyr rescue brought a bunch of Cool Pups that need homes and we all hung out in front of the store!! Great fun and Mom forgot to take pics again! : /  I need my own camera. If there was only one that could take pics when I bark ... hmmm I should design one.   I could start my own business called Muttography!!  What a great idea!!!!

I also met Kendall this week! She is super nice and can come over any time!!  Mom said she graduated from High School yesterday.  That must be a special school on top of a very tall Mountain to be called High School!!  Three Woofs for Kendall " WOOF, WOOF, WOOF!!"  CONGRATS!

My ADD kicking in: I want to go to Napa.......hmmmm maybe We need a Road trip. Mom and Dad have oodles of Wine, I need to see what it's all about. Annnd I bet you can get a great Nap there!!

DELICIOUS!!

Sasha likes the bones too!!

This is what I do when I'm very bored and mom is busy in the kitchen!
I barked at her and she told me to lay down and not to bark. I was just saying
we should go do something fun... Who doesn't like to have FUN?

I'll post a pic from my Shoot when I'm allowed. Mom says something about getting the copy right before we can use it..... Hey, it's my face I should be able to use it.  Although, I did have to sign a release, actually they wanted Mom's signature even though she offered my paw print.

Till next time, In Spreading more Mulch EVERYWHERE! Whoohooo!!

Gunth!! AKA Jar Jar Binks -- Mom says I kinda look like him