We took the dogs to the Doggie Paddle at the Jefferson Swimming Pool.  It was a bit chilly for people, but the dogs didn’t mind.  A.P.E. does this every year before they drain the swimming pool.  It’s a lot of fun for the dogs and their owners.  The cost is $1 per paw, which means the humans get in free.

Our friend, Tammy, and her Jack Russell Terrier/Heeler mix, Arlo, just happened to be visiting yesterday on their way back to Colorado.  We call Arlo a “superdog” because he fetches, catches frisbees midair, and actually listens to commands.   He had a great time in the baby pool running to catch the frisbee.

I brought Tieta over first this year, since she loves laying in the kiddie pool we put in the backyard for them.  She was a pretty decent swimmer, but she soon became preoccupied with the other dogs, so I had to bring her home.

Next, it was Ozzie’s turn.  To keep him corralled, we stayed in the baby pool area where he played with an adorable West Highland White Terrier named “Max.”  They ran around and around and around.  Ozzie would take a dip in the baby pool every now and then, but he really isn’t much of a swimmer.  In the 3 foot deep section of the big pool, he just stands on his hind legs against the wall so his head stays above water and gives me a look that says, “Why aren’t you saving me???”

Always a great time, we look forward to this every year.  A.P.E. does a great job of expanding knowledge about spaying and neutering your pets, yes, even your “barn cats” and “farm dogs” should be spayed or neutered!  Check out their programs on their website to get ALL your pets spayed and neutered. 

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