Bathing my doggies

January 29, 2010

As you may know, I have finally added a new Chow-Chow puppy into my family of pets. Ghenghis Khan, or G.K. for short, is a descendant of my beloved Paw-Paw, born to Karen Tracy of Pizzazz Chows. G.K.'s father is Maddox, who is Paw-Paw's grandson and the number one Chow in this country. G.K. is now ten weeks old and he has made the transition into his new home superbly well. He has the sweetest temperament, is very curious and brave, and is a most adorable puppy. As expected, Francesca and Sharkey were not too keen about accepting this new family member, as cute as he is. After a couple of days, however, Sharkey warmed to the idea, but Francesca is taking a bit longer. Recently, the Frenchies needed a bath and the new puppy was there to supervise. Please enjoy these photos of G.K. and F & S! Don't forget to see their account of things on their blog The Daily Wag!

: Ghenghis Khan is consoling Sharkey, who will have a bath once Frannie is done with hers. Notice the Frenchie applique bags that we made a while back on TV?

: Now G.K. is commiserating with Franny while Sharkey is getting bathed. All this takes place in the big laundry room at the farm. There are big, deep enamel sinks which are good for soaping and rinsing.

: These rolling laundry carts are excellent dog carriers! G.K. is doing a fine job of learning how to behave, how to have a bath, and how to interact with his new sisters.

: Sorry G.K. – you cannot leave the cart – not yet!

: There there, my sweet – have patience. The ordeal is almost over.

: Franny looks silly with her turban of toweling wrapped around her head – but it is cold and we want her to dry completely before she goes upstairs. Of course, there is the electric blow dryer.