Chilling out Maxing, Relaxing all cool

I don't know about you all, but it was a gorgeous weekend in Atlanta. Friday night we had a bad storm pass through, but Saturday and Sunday were sunny and warm. Perfect. My family was at a spring fling in Moultrie GA, but Catherine was around to take care of me. All in all it was a pretty chill, relaxing weekend.

I went on a lot of walks through the neighborhood, smelling everything and strutting about. And because it was so nice out, I got to do a lot of my second favorite thing of all time - and that was sitting on the porch chilling out. And taking note of all that was going on in the street, kids playing, dogs in the park across the street playing ... I live in a great neighborhood.

Anyway, Catherine kept saying - you are so funny Rocky, and "who loves you more than me?" LOL well I bet my family does, but after that ... I'm sure its you! Here is a picture of me with my frisbee. I kept picking it up on the porch, playing with it - hoping Catherine would get the hint. She finally did, and we went to the dog park to play. I'm not a retriever, I'm a boxer so I'll go get the frisbee when its thrown - I'll even bring it back - but then you are going to have to fight me for it. :)

So, mostly I'm just enjoying this weather and hope that all you dogs and dog owners are as well. Now that spring has arrived, pups get your humans to take you outside for something fun - it will be good for both of you! Here is a list of some fun ideas ...

*Take a Walk

*Play Fetch in the Backyard or Dog Park

*Try a hiking adventure - a personal favorite of mine

*Take a swim in a pond, lake or stream

*Try some dog agility parks, trails or training

Peace out and have some fun!

Buzzter

Michael had an invention convention at school and created an invention called the "Buzzter". This is an alarm he puts on his door so he can tell if his sister enters his room. This is a great idea for keeping his sister out of his room. However, I don't think he thought enough about me! Dogs hate high pitched sounds and I love to sleep in his room. This is going to drive me crazy and put me on edge. What should I do??? I am thinking if I can get my hands on the remote that sets his alram and chew it up, I can make it STOP! Rocky~

2011 Best of Atlanta - Buckhead Pet Pals

I just got our Jezebel Magazine and to my surprise Mom's company Buckhead Pet Pals was voted "Best Dog Walking & Sitting Company" Of course I know that Buckhead Pet Pals is the best company in Atlanta, but it was nice to see it in print! Go get your copy of Jezebel Magazine today. Rocky~

Staying Cool

SPRING! It's spring time, which is my favorite time of year. Everything is turning green, I get to hang out on the porch, I go on longer walks, I just love it! :) AND ... perhaps best of all Catherine starts to take me hiking, one of my most favorite things to do. Check out this video of me at Red Top Mtn from this past weekend. Red Top is north of Atlanta and a fun quick getaway from the city life.

While I was so excited to be out in the woods, smelling new smells - trotting along - leading the way - seeing the squirrels and deer (oh its all so wonderful) man was it hot out! It's only April and already quite hot ... is that why they call it "HOT-lanta"? I think there is a directly proportional relationship between the temperature outside and the length of my tongue! hahaha - my family calls it Long Tongue.

Anyway, I just wanted to remind everyone that while the summer is approaching and it begins to heat up, make sure you keep your beloved dogs and animals safe and cool. Here is a link for some ways to help prevent heat stroke in dogs. Yes, we are just as susceptible to heat stroke as you humans are! Did you know that we don't have sweat glands like you do, so we pant to cool off? So inefficient I know, but what can you do?

Check this out for some more information - http://dogs.about.com/od/dogandpuppyhealth/qt/heatstroke.htm

Peace Out and Stay Cool

Ladies Man

I'll bet you didn't know it, but I'm a ladies man. That's right. I've got all sorts of great women in my life to take care of me ... there's my mom (she the best), my sister Liv (she's the sweetest), my Catherine (she dotes all over me), my Olga (she walks me everyday - love it!), not to mention all the other great ones: Laurie, Mary, Carrie, Candace, sweet Anna Beth (Liv's BFF). I could go on, but who wants to brag?

In the past I've always felt like its my job to protect my girls, that's the job of a boxer, right? Well apparently this has been a little bit of an issue. My mom says that I've been difficult to walk and Catherine says she can't take me on a busy hiking trail. Well that's not right, I love to be outside. The girls say difficult, I say protective ... you say TOE.MAY.TOE, I say TOE.MAH.TOE :)

But then! Something amazing appeared in my life this past weekend. Just as mom and Liv were about to take me for a nice long walk through the neighborhood, I was sitting by the door waiting (somewhat impatiently) for the normal pinch collar routine. I was ready to get going, to enjoy the gorgeous spring weather! Well, instead of the pinch this time, mom breaks out this new thing ... she calls it the "Easy Walk Dog Harness". Oh wow - apparently this harness is amazing because I heard her use that word a lot to describe it.

This new harness fits across my chest, under my belly and then over my back. No more pinch around my neck - this is much more comfortable! And the best part, my sister Liv got to walk me instead of my mom because I was easier to handle. I love my mom and all, but I was so proud to have Liv at the other end of my leash this time! A new lady to strut around with. In fact, I feel very proud in my new harness. I no longer pull on the leash, and I'm not aggressive when I see other dogs. This harness is wonderful. It makes me feel like I'm in control, but not aggressive. If you are a dog and you are "protective" of your people, you should tell your humans about this harness. If you are a human and your beloved dog person is difficult to walk, you must try this product - my mom strongly recommends it. This is a win-win for everyone!

Have I mentioned how much I love the spring?!