A Day at the Beach-Albany Bulb

Today was one of those rare days when it was actually HOT in the East Bay!! That meant a trip to one of my favorite places... THE BEACH. Mom took me to a doggie beach here in the east bay called "albany bulb". It's in Berkeley... right next to a big horse track (Golden Gate Feilds) and not very far from one of my other favorite places, Pt. Isabel.





I like it here because the beach is nice and sandy, and it's a smooth transition into the water. There are always lots of doggies here to play with and herd, and I LOVE taking a dip in the water!! Sometimes the water gets the better of me, though... and I get hit by a wave. This is annoying because it gets in my ears, and also breaks my concentration. But my mom thinks it's hilarious. Figures.

Working 9 to 5....

Sorry it's been SO LONG since my last post. My mom has been very busy (so she says!) and since I don't have thumbs, she has to type out my posts.

Anyhow... I've also been EXTREMELY busy! Ever since my Davey came to town, I've been spending a lot more time at my country home. Unfortunatley it's not the calm getaway it used to be. There are so many dogs that need to be wrangled.. I honestly don't know how they survive out here without me.

Only thing is that sometimes we get locked out in the yard, which I understand for the other pooches, but they don't seem to realize that I am on another level. Oh well... it does make it easier for me to keep an eye on everybody.

Sunshine in the Redwoods!

Sorry it's been awhile since I've been able to post. But my mom went out of town and Davey's computer didn't work. So I couldn't keep everyone updated on my adventures!

As soon as mom got back, we went for a fabulous hike at the Redwood Regional Park. It was great!! The weather here is finally sunny again (but I guess mom says it's way worse back home)...

We went on my favorite hike-west ridge to the french trail, linking back up to the west ridge. This is the BEST hike because all the way down it's tricky and steep... there are lots of tree roots to jump over and rocks to dodge. It's windy and twisty and FUN! Then at the bottom... it looks like prehistoric times! Big ferns and giant redwood trees. It's also nice and cool, and there's a little stream that perfect to cool my belly and paws in. (Though mom doesn't like it when I do that so much)

On the way up... it's all uphill! Perfect for ball fetching and running. Mom doesn't run, though. I think the hiking is enough for her. (Sometimes I forget that she has only 2 legs, not four!)

An Evening with Hip-Hop!

I had the BEST time the other night! Our neighbors went out of town, and we got to take care of one of my favorite friends...Hip Hop! Mom took us for a nice long walk, and then we got to hang out and play all night long.

Hip Hop is a little more chill than my other dog friends, so we just relaxed and hung out together. It was nice to have a pal to spend the eveing with. I hope we get to play again!!

A Collie's Work is NEVER done!

Well, today I had to take care of my toys. Sometimes they need some organization...and I'm just the pooch to do it! If only mom would watch and listen...but sometimes humans just don't get it. Oh well...!

Hiking with Friends!

This weekend mom brought along my cousin dog friend....little Atley! (who actually isn't so little). We had soooo much fun together!

Atley was supposed to be a seeing eye dog, but he had a "career change," because apparently he was confused about where to go to the bathroom. The truth of the matter is... that he told me actually QUIT! He put in his resignation because he felt it wasn't the right career path for him. I don't blame him!! I could never be on leash forever. But I suppose some doggies really like it. It takes all kinds!

I had to work extra hard in the hills with Atley around, and my multi-tasking skills were at a all time high...I not only had to fetch the ball... but herding Atley was a challenge! Auntie Suzie was (what people call) "out of it" due to some sort of boy situation. (I understand completely because my boyfriend, cody, exhausts me as well.)
Atley just wouldn't stay on the path! Thank goodness I was there to control him.

After the hike, however, I could see that he had fun. But unfortunately, he couldn't hold out for the car ride home. He's got a lot of energy...but he is no Border Collie! I have so much to teach him! I can't wait for our next hike together...

A Blustery Day!

Today was a windy cold day... but that's no excuse to not go to work on the friz. Today mom and I went back to Pt. Isabel and as you know, this is one of my favorite places.

However, I'm beginning to develope a love-hate relationship with this place... I LOVE LOVE LOVE running with the dogs, catching the friz, and the exorbinant amount of mud puddles and dirt that cushion my expert herding activites. BUT...I don't know why mom INSISTS on giving me a bath and washing all of my good stink away? When will these humans understand???

Unfortunately, I had a weak moment in the car on the way home, and couldn't resist shreding my treat wrapper. Mom had already given me the chicken jerky... but the plastic still smelled sooooooo good! I felt really bad when mom found it, but she forgave me instantly and gave me a kiss. Boy howdy... I'm lucky I came through that one unscathed!

Nap Time

Mom and I had a good hike! Now it's time for a nap....on her stinky boots. YUM.

Get Along Little Doggie!

Today mom took me to Tilden... and I had my work cut out for me! There was this pooch who needed some looking after. I herded her back to owners three or four times! It was fun. But I needed a cool down after that hard time at work... I don't think mom was too happy... but this mud puddle did the trick! RELIEF!!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Okay... so I have NO idea what this Valentine's Day thing is... nor do I care. ONLY... I know it's good because it usually means extra TREATS and goodies for me! This year, mom brought home some good stuff. She put out these "bons bons" and a BIG COOKIE for me! She says the cookie is a chocolate covered strawberry... all I know is that it's in my BELLY!

I also got a NEW TOY! Mom brought me this new sheep... it's a perfect shape for our tuggy games, and it says, "BAAAAAA!" when I bite it! It doesn't get any better than this...