I love my bone

 

As a dog, all I can say is that a pink Nyla Bone is a good thing.

Swimming Newt

 

All dogs like to jump in the water on a hot summer day. Well Newt may not like jumping in so much, but it sure was a nice way to cool down. The life jacket helps when you are really small and not used to swimming just yet.

Hey a New Car for Newt!

 

Yes, Newt decided she wanted a new car. So her and Elizabeth worked out a deal to trade in the 1988 Volvo Wagon for something much more shiney. Welcome Mazda 5, a true giant cavern for Newt to explore.

Random Chi Meetings

So Newt and Elizabeth and I were on our bike ride last night when we happened upon a woman walking 2 chihuahuas. Well a quick bark from Newt's backpack perch meant we had to stop. So out she popped and met up with Lexi and Logan, 2 very cute chihuahuas. A quick play session, some treats and we were back on the road.

I guess you never know where friends might pop up.

Doggy Class

So Newt is having blast at doggy class it seems. This new format of higher level training is far more fun than regualr sits and stay. Now it seems more like play with mats and sticks and less leash. Plus there are always lots of treats.

At first it was odd being ina class with 2 Rottweilers and a Yellow lab when your dog is only 4 lbs. But those other dogs are great and Newt doesn't pay them much mind.

This class will last through June and hopefully will lead to Newt learnig actual useful tricks or at least party tricks for the fun and amusement of all.

Newt Spends Day at Work

So little Newt had to hang out with Ian on Tuesday of this week. Elizabeth had appointments to go to and it was far too hot to stay in the car all day. So a good time was had romping around under Ian's feet. Then at the end of the day it was in the backpack (Outward Hound's Special Travel Pack) and on the bicycle for a fun ride home through the city.

There were a few looks from cars at the dog in a backpack and a few curious dogs who couldn't figure out what was barking at them.

Newt's New Buddy Mason

 

Well Newt went to a great Chihuahua party today. Sadly due to snow we were one of the few people that could make the trip, but luckily good old Mason was there. Newt had a blast running, chasing, wrestling, stealing from and generally sniffing Mason. He also seemed to really enjoy Newt in return, especially smelling her ears.

Here is hoping taht future meetups with our new chihuahua friends are on days with better weather. You can't have enough Chi's.

Newt's Pet Peeves

Okay so Newt has to say this. Air Canada are a bad airline. They won't let Newt fly onboard. Westjet on the other hand is really pet friendly and a joy to fly on. Plus Westjet doesn't cancel so many flights like horrible Air Canada does.

In fact I think that all airlines excpet Air Canada allow dogs onboard for a fee.

Bad Air Canada. Bad. Go sit in the corner.

Happy 1st Birthday Newt

 

The 7th of Jan, 2009 was Newt's first birthday. Here is a picture of her with her mom and 2 sisters. Newt is the one hanging out with Mom (Pixie).