What Are The Odds?

For our big sister's birthday, the whole family (including the pups) went up to the mountain for a hike. Bailey became so excited about the idea of hiking in the snow that she started to howl, cry and squeak in the parking lot. Which in turn influenced other nearby dogs to do the same, whereas Trigger was an angel and waited patiently beside us.

"I am SO happy"

Halfway into our hike we spotted a berner behind us and thought it would be hilarious if it was one of the brothers or sisters from Bailey's litter. And lo and behold it WAS one of the siblings!!! Take a guess who it was...

It's JED!!

Somehow on the mountain we sort of got lost and the hike took us 3 hours! But at least the pups had fun and were exhausted at the end.

Pals

Bailey had some company during the holidays. One of our favourite friends came and joined us for Christmas. In the beginning, Trigger and Bailey didn't seem to hit it off and basically ignored one another. But as they started to get to know each other, they became buddy buddies :) They were such buddies that Bailey wanted to snuggle up to Trigger!

Santa's Little Helper... Not!

So our big sis is packing up and moving into her own little place. And as we help her put her things into boxes, Bailey watches us in the corner. After an hour or two, she decided she would help and evidently this is her way of helping...

"I'm packed up and ready to go to the new place!!"

This pose looks familiar to me... where have I seen this before? Hmm...

Twas the Month Before Christmas

As we ramp up for Christmas, I'm posting a picture of Bailey's costume from Halloween. Guess what she dressed up as...

She's a St. Bernard!! Those of you who have a berner may relate with us when I say that we have had several people approach us and ask us if Bailey is a St. Bernard. So we thought it would be appropriate to make her a barrel. :) You like? What did you guys dress up as for Halloween?

TV Appearance

Two weeks ago, Bailey and I were asked to be a part of Fairchild's tv segment on the experiences of becoming a dog owner. Unfortunately for some of you, the whole tv show is in Chinese... So here is a quick summary of our part in the episode: I introduce myself and Bailey to the viewers as well as take a trip to memory lane stating how shocked I was and still am at how fast Bailey grew when she came home with us. As well as I show everyone the playfulness of Bailey when she plays her favourite game, bottle. In another part of the episode, Bailey's trainer shows off how obedient Bailey is on and off leash as well as accompany the trainer during his interview with the host. If you would like to watch this please go to fairchildtv.com, then under program archive (at the top right corner) click on "other programs". There you will find the video titled "dog experience" (there are 2 parts to the video!) in the Multi-Faceted Leisure Sense and Leisurely Delights the Air.

She's In the Limelight

A couple of days ago, our B.I.L was very nice enough to let us borrow his digital SLR to take some awesome pictures of Bailey in action. And what better way to get interesting and cute photos of Bailey? Taking her to the beach.

She is one odd berner, she loves wading in the water and catching sticks (sort of) but she dislikes getting her whole body wet.

Take a close look at this picture and try to remember this expression, because if you ever see this coming your way... RUN! Or she will come right next to you and shake all that water on you then bolt away as if to say "HAHA I got you!!"

The picture says it all.... awwwwwwww :)

Dog Heaven

Bailey must be in doggie heaven right about now, she just finished playing at the dog park at Mcdonald beach. And a couple of days ago, she went hiking with her friend Trigger at Mount Seymour. Now she's literally passed out on the couch having a very intense dream.

Karma Bites

So a picture's worth a thousand words. In this case, this picture has a story behind it.

It all started last Saturday during a walk on the sea wall. My sisters and I thought it would be fun to take a picture of Bailey in front of the 'on leash area' sign. I should also note that the sign even says "this area is protected for wildlife. Please control your pets." Then, not even a minute later after the photo was taken, Bailey decided she wanted to play with the geese and proceeded to run towards the water. Thankfully, I was able to stop Bailey just in time without her dragging me into the water. But as for her, all four paws were in the water still eager to play with the ducks and geese. So my advice to you is... don't take a picture beside the 'on leash sign' as a joke because you will jinx yourself...