Take a little drive with Finley and Lily

 

Good days and bad days

 

What happens at a pet parade?

 

Lucy and Finley do not celebrate National Dog Day

 

Rachel is an honorary member of Band of Brothers?

 

Lucy took me for a walk

Lucy took me for a walk this afternoon. It's a beautiful day and we had a great time. But considering my good behavior I'm a bit disappointed I didn't get a bone when we got home.
 

Finley went into her crate to take a nap.

So Rachel also went into Finley’s crate to take a nap.

Afterwards they both chased a rabbit and chewed on bones in the backyard.

 

 

Finley is very clever

Finley decided to get on top of Rachel in order to pose for this photo.

Finley likes to think of herself as the alpha member of our household so she engages in all types of antics to assert her dominance.

Yesterday she attempted to acquire sole signature authority over our checking account. Did I mention that she’s very clever?

 

The photo on the right was my very first encounter with Finley, three years ago.

Shortly after I snapped the photo she escaped from her crate; snatched all the food off the table; stole my wallet; and chewed up my entire collection of very snazzy high-fashion shoes.

She has been our source of incredible mischief and incredible joy ever since!

 

Queens of the backyard

 

Finley loves to eat!

Finley loves to eat. In fact, she desires food more than any other dog. More than any other dog on planet earth. Scientists have verified this fact. And they were wearing lab coats so you know it’s official.

When Finley doesn’t have food. She wants food.

When Finley does have food. She wants more food.

When Finley gets more food. She is finally satisfied.

Ha! Just kidding. She is never satisfied. She always wants more food.

If any food in our house is left in a place that Finley might possibly be able to access…she finds it and she gets it.

If any food in our neighbor’s house is left in a place that Finley might possibly be able to access…she finds it and she gets it.

The neighbors have gotten much better about locking their doors.

There is never dull moment with Finley.

 

What has Finley done this time?

When Finley has done something wrong—which is not uncommon—she has a way of acting and appearing very innocent…much more innocent than usual. She becomes more loving and more affectionate. She gives a look like the one in this photo.

This look is her way of establishing a pre-emptive dose of cuteness which is delivered in order to minimize any disciplinary action which may be coming in response to her wrongdoing. She may also have flowers delivered to the house, but that’s if her misconduct is likely to require a really big measure of grace!

I don’t know what she did…but look at that face.

It must be something big.

 

Lucy and Finley are getting around

 

A Battle of Wills

We have a battle of wills happening at our house and, frankly, it is uncertain at this time who
shall prevail in this struggle.

In the winter months, Rachel puts a little doggie sweater on our beagle, Lucy. She is convinced that Lucy is cold and she, therefore, needs and wants to wear the sweater.

Our other dog, Finley, who is completely and totally resistive to wearing a sweater—or corduroy pants, for that matter—appears to be opposed to Lucy wearing a sweater. Finley also refuses to allow Lucy to wear patent leather shoes, but that’s another discussion for another day.

So, Finley makes it her business to take the sweater off of Lucy.

In frustration, Rachel puts the sweater back on Lucy.

Finley takes it off.

Rachel puts it on.

Finley takes it off.

Back and forth it goes. As I said earlier, it is a battle of wills.

Lucy, of course, cannot talk—although she sends an occasional text message—so, we do not know her preference. As I carefully observe the look on Lucy’s face, however, she appears to be saying, “Would everyone please just leave me alone!?!”

But I could be wrong. That look could also be saying, “If you’re wondering about that smell, you might want to check behind the couch.”

This is a factor in the battle: In situations like this, Rachel will typically not give up very easily.

But this is a factor in the battle, too: In situations like this, Finley will typically not give up very easily.

I suspect the battle of wills shall carry on for quite some time. But for now, I’m going to go check behind the couch.

Sisterly unity...tail wagging synced!

Is Lucy wearing eyeliner?

Finley made some minor fashion adjustments to Nadia's Easter bonnet. She has quite the artistic flare, huh?