New Things Scare Me A Little

Oh my... watching a puppy discover the world around them is pretty hilarious at times! Gus is learning about new things all the time. His most recent discoveries include the fan. We've had some warmer weather over the past few weeks and brought down the fans from the attic. Gus isn't quite sure about these yet, and doesn't realize the effect a fan has on other things, like making a curtain blow around. Last week Mr. Tough Guy didn't want to come in the bedroom and kept growling at the wall. Hmmm... what is upsetting you? I soon figured out it was the fan; so I walked over to it to show him that it was not going to hurt me, that upset him even more and he was about to attack the fan to save his mama. After I turned it off he came over and thoroughly sniffed it and from that point on the fan seemed OK. This morning while lounging together (my first real day of summer), Gus was growling at the wall again. I moved the fan a few days ago to my side of the bed, so now the fan is blowing the curtain back and forth. At first I thought, maybe there is something outside that he hears; nope, it's the curtain moving that looks like a big, scary monster in our bedroom. The discoveries of Gus are pretty cute; too bad his mom is a serious space cadet and can't figure out what the problem is quick enough to ease his worries.

My Baby at Daycare

The wonderful caretakers at The Whole Pup took this picture of my boy a few weeks ago at daycare! I think it captures his innocence and inner peace; he is such a happy boy! I'm so thankful that we have found a place that we can take our boy and know that he is getting the love and attention that he craves.

Sunshine

My first weekend of summer break and it was beautiful! Gus, David, and I spent a lot of time outside. Gus loves spending time on his bed in the shade or sprawled out on the grass catching some rays. Gus even has his own puppy pool; he loves to get his toes wet and cool off. Gus is becoming more independent and can keep himself busy playing for quite awhile these days. If David or I hang out on the patio he is happy and content to stay outside for hours. Here are a few pictures of our day in the sun on Sunday!

Doggy Daycare at The Whole Pup

Gus just finished his first full week at daycare.  The week prior, he attended 3 half days. He is one tired and happy pup! I have nothing but great things to say about The Whole Pup; it is wonderful! Gus is so excited to go in each morning and when we bring him home each night he's ready to cuddle with his tired mommy and daddy. He's learning how to socialize with other people and pups and we know that he is kept busy all day with puppy friends while we're at work.

Gus loves to cuddle with us on the couch!

Gus Gus Goes to Long Beach

This past Memorial Day weekend, Gus went on his first trip to Long Beach, WA! He had a great time digging in the sand, playing with new dog friends, and meeting new human friends.

Gus doesn't mind long truck rides at all. He slept most of the 5 hour drive and was such a trooper when we got stuck in traffic.

We went on many drives and walks on the beach. Gus enjoys the ocean water touching his toes and loves to explore the treasures in the sand.

Gus met many doggy friends. We stayed at Savaria's; so he met Angel, Rainy, and Misty. He loved playing with them outside and smelling all the new scents. Gus also met Boone and Rosy. Rosy was a little wild for him, but he loved playing with calm Boone dog.

We look forward to many more fun trips with Gus Gus!