Luna's first vet appt.

Mommy tried to take Luna's picture.
But, Freddy got in the way.

Freddy, the wiener dog, was so glad that yesterday was Luna's vet appointment, and not his. Freddy's never been fond of the vet's office, but ever since he spent two days in the doggie hospital he has no tolerance. Thankfully, for Freddy, Luna went to the vet's office yesterday for her first appointment.

Luna didn't like going in the car without Freddy and Malibu. She didn't like it at all. She was shivering with fright and Mommy had to calm her down. When she arrived in the vet's office, the lobby was full. [Mommy was trying a new vet.] It had a few little dogs and a couple of cats, but it was full of big dogs, BIG dogs. The sweet, friendly Rottweiler was 122 lbs. There was a Golden Retriever bigger than that. Everybody was well-behaved except the Golden Retriever. He was friendly, but he couldn't stop barking and lunging at every dog. The Goldie really wanted to play with the Rottweiler, who paid no attention. Mommy walked Luna outside while they waited because Luna was too frightened of the big Goldie. Luna thought she was going to get eaten.

Luna was fine once she got into the exam room and there was no more worries about being eaten by big dogs. Mommy was a little surprised that Luna weighs 12 lbs. Daddy said it's because Luna has big bones. Hum. The vet and everybody loved her. They couldn't believe how sweet and friendly she was. The vet even said that "she's the sweetest dog I've ever seen." [Yes, well, thank you.] She's in excellent health. Although she needs a teeth cleaning, she doesn't need any extractions. [Yes!] They took two vials of blood [poor thing] for bloodwork. The vet called today and said everything looks great and she's approved for tomorrow's spaying. [Thanks, she'll be really happy about that.] Finally, they gave her a pawicure to trim those alligator-length nails. [Yay!]

Overall, Mommy liked the new vet's office. Everybody was friendly and treated Luna with kindness and gentleness. But, the wait was too long. They were also supposed to be substantially less expensive than Freddy's regular vet. Turns out that they're less inexpensive for some things, but more expensive on others. It's further away than Freddy's vet too.  Mommy said that once Luna is spayed, they'll stay with Freddy's vet. Mommy's very happy about that because when it's Diva Freddy's turn, he wouldn't have been so good in the waiting room. Freddy owns all that he sees and he would have snarled, growled and barked at that big Golden Retriever.

Freddy takes his girls to the beach.

Freddy loves the beach!

Freddy, his girls, and his humans plus one went to the doggie beach near New Smyrna Beach, FL. It has a great view of the lighthouse. Everybody piled into Daddy's truck. Malibu sat up front with Mommy, but Freddy choose to sit in the back with the big boys. Freddy was content to be in the truck with all his humans because he loves the beach. Malibu and Luna were a little stressed. They didn't know what "beach" meant or why they were taking a long ride. Malibu finally fell asleep, but Luna wandered around the truck and went from lap to lap.

Can you find Malibu?

Upon arriving at the beach, there were a couple of cars, but there was only one other doggie on the beach. Apparently, Freddy and his group were the only ones crazy enough to go to the beach on a cool February day with lots of wind and some drizzling rain, but the doggies loved it. Once the other doggie left, Freddy and the girls went off-leash and were wild. Luna chased a pelican. Malibu kept chasing seagulls, running up and down the beach, and running onto the dunes.

What?!

Freddy knew from prior experience that the water was cold and didn't want to go in, especially since his human brothers weren't swimming. Luna eventually checked out the water, but she didn't go into it either. Malibu had no interest in the water. She just wanted to run! She was like a crazy doggie running up and down the beach.

Happy girl!

Once the wind picked up and it started to drizzle, the doggies were ready to leave. So everybody started the trek back to the parking lot. The puppies were happy to be back in the truck - Freddy knew that meant snacktime! Luna was a pest trying to get everybody's food. When Mommy opened her sandwich, Malibu grabbed an entire piece of bread! Freddy, of course, was a perfect gentleman and waited for his share. With full bellies, Freddy and Malibu slept on the way home. Luna, again, wandered around the truck and went from lap to lap. Freddy enjoyed introducing Malibu and Luna to the beach, and they can't wait to go again.

*There's more pictures of the beach trip on Freddy, the wiener dog's Facebook page.

Freddy and the girls enjoy a gorgeous Florida day.

Freddy and his polar bear.

Freddy, the wiener dog, is enjoying a gorgeous Florida day. Freddy and the girls have been having fun in both the front and back yards. Freddy decided it was time to take his Christmas present (his polar bear) out for a little exercise. Well, mostly, it was Freddy shaking the polar bear around.

Malibu can't stop searching for lizards and frogs in the front bushes.

Luna thought she could sneak across the street and chase the neighbor's cat. Maybe she didn't realize Mommy was right behind her or maybe she thought that Mommy wouldn't mind. She got caught.

Silly Luna....

Crazy Bu!

Maggie's 2/21/12 update.

Exploring her new backyard

Let me just tell you that this dog is amazing.  She has learned to use the doggie door with no problem - goes in and out all the time.

She and Reese play endlessly.  Pit Bulls need other Pit Bulls.  They are the only ones who can really play with each other the way they need to play.  They run like nuts in the back yard and jump around on the bed.  Entertaining as hell.

She answers to Heidi, is sweet as can be and it is like we always had her.  I can't imagine living without her and my husband feels the same way.  

She does NOT like our other two cats - has shown some aggression toward them.  I am not worried.  This is new for her and we will train her how to behave.  It's already a little better.

Thank you and Jeff again for that long boring ride you took to bring this wonderful dog to us.  She is totally at home and thriving.

Fondly,

Judy

Maggie's 2/16/12 update.

Maggie helps herself to Reese's chewies.

I keep thinking how hilarious it is that all the behaviors that you observed and loved are all the Pit Bull things.  She has been nibbling on me constantly - always so gently. She's amazingly affectionate.   I think she's young.  I know they said 4, but I think she's younger.  She slept on the bed with us, I let her out during the night and we just finished breakfast and a walk.  She's fabulous!

I will stay in touch and I'm happy you like the name Heidi.

Fondly, Judy

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Maggie now has 3 cat friends too.

This dog is absolutely amazing.  Took her to the vet today and he loved her - couldn't help but comment on her great disposition.  Vet staff also agreed that she is a Pit Bull - I know, not so important but it is THIS breed that has the personality I wanted in a dog.

She is very healthy and vet thinks (as I thought earlier) that she is NOT 4 years old - maybe 2.

She and Reese play often and then collapse with me on the sofa.  She nibbles on my hands/wrists and has millions of kisses.  She's hilarious - follows me all over - like all my Pits.  If I could have designed a 2nd dog, I could not have done a better job.  I'm NUTS about her.

She is starting to use the doggie doors - not a big problem, but she forgets.  Very relaxed dog.  I think whoever owned her must have treated her pretty well because she has no fear of people.  Walked all around the vet's office like she owned the place.

Barks at our cats, but we will train her out of that.

When you think of the problems you could have when taking in a dog - not a puppy - who you really don't know, it's amazing to think that this girl fits so beautifully into our family.  

You people are wonderful and I know you understand how happy I am.

I will continue to send info periodically and thank you (and Jeff) for your help in getting this beautiful dog to us.

LOVE