Tuesday, December 9, 2014

The Routine on Vacation

My parents survived having the 4 dogs by creating a strict routine that mostly went like this.

7 am: Pups up and taken out 1 at a time for bathroom break.
8 am: Puppy breakfast. Each pair fed in a different location. This was one of the most chaotic times of the day.
8:45: Exercise: While they tried various walking groups in the end the best was - Hailey and the Big Guy go for a walk (as Hailey can not be off leash), and Grammie and the other 3 go to the beach to play ball/swim (Lake Huron is Grammie and the Big Guy's front yard so it is easy to get to the beach)
9:30: Puppy nap time
1:00 - bathroom break
5:00 - dinner time
6:30 - Kong followed by a chewy/cookie for my two who don't like the chewies
9:00 - bathroom break
Bedtime: Big Guy and Tendra in the master bedroom; Grammie and Lee in the guest room; boy puppies in the living room. 

Repeat

"Phod is in my bed"


As Hailey has proven to not always be 100% trustworthy, the 4 dogs were never left alone. One parent stayed home at all times.

It was very relaxing to know that the pups were in the best, loving hands while we were away. I know we didn't worry the same as if they were in puppy jail. 

Thanks Mom and Dad for taking such good care of our pups while we were off seeing the world. We look forward to having you at our place in a few weeks for Christmas! 
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  1. JulieDecember 9, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    That's quite a daily routine. I bet everyone was ready for bed by bedtime!
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  2. The Daily Pip December 9, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    That's quite a busy schedule! I bet your parents are exhausted.

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  3. UnknownDecember 9, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    Best pairs of safe hands and we know that must have helped you enjoy your holiday.Have a terrific Tuesday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  4. Yamini MacLeanDecember 9, 2014 at 8:02 AM

    Hari OM
    Oh how wonderful to have such 'grand' parents!!! They sure did a sterling job. Hailey and Zaphod, I sure hope you realise just how very very very lucky you are!!! Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx

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  5. CowspotdogDecember 9, 2014 at 8:39 AM

    having a routine does make things easier

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  6. How Sam Sees ItDecember 9, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    That must be such a relief - our Monty is a runner and the thought of leaving him with anyone scares the heck out of us.

    Your folks are gems!

    Monty and Harlow

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  7. UnknownDecember 9, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    That is one crazy routine...but at least everyone got it down and all worked out well!

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  8. Frankie Furter and ErnieDecember 9, 2014 at 9:48 AM

    OMD they REALLY did Plan thingys out WELL so that everybuddy would have a good time together. THAT is BRILLIANT. We give the GRAND Peeps.... an A+ fur a Job WELL DONE.

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  9. easyweimaranerDecember 9, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    your parents are fabulous. It's not easy to manage 4 dogs and I think they had a perfect plan to make it as comfy as pawsible for all furkids. Hope Santa reads this post and fills their stocking with tasty things :o)
    Easy Rider

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  10. stellaroselongDecember 9, 2014 at 10:06 AM

    That was a blessing that you had your momma and da to help out and they had a really well planned out schedule.
    stella rose

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  11. Two French BulldogsDecember 9, 2014 at 10:49 AM

    Aren't our parents the best
    Lily & Edward

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  12. The Adventures of the LLB GangDecember 9, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    Gotta love Grammies!!!
    Smileys!
    Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo

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  13. zoepheedogsDecember 9, 2014 at 3:16 PM

    Having a routine definitely makes things easier! It sounds like your pups had a wonderful vaca!! ;D

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  14. Bella Roxy & MacduiDecember 9, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    That's fantastic that the Grands moved their schedule around to accommodate the grand-dogs.

    We go to the kennel so SHE doesn't have to worry about us!

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  15. Idaho PugRanchDecember 9, 2014 at 4:09 PM

    How wonderful to have such good pup sitters. For several years our niece has stayed at our house when we went anywhere overnight or longer. Now she is married, don't know what we will do when she is no longer willing to do it
    hugs
    Mr Bailey & Hazel

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  16. AnonymousDecember 9, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    Great pupper sitters hey...thats what our Mom & Dad are also....we get to keep the sons pups when he goes outta town...but we have no schedule, just whatever....the only thing on strict notice here is OUR DINNER!

    The Mad Scots

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  17. MurphyDecember 9, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    That is a major schedule!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

    PS - To get a good explanation of what is going on with the Blogger Word verification thing, and how to get around it, check out Auntie YAM's post: http://inimaynaelcammeno.blogspot.com/

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  18. Millie and WalterDecember 9, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    So did Lee get to sleep in the big bed with Grammy? Too bad for the boys they got left out but hopefully they got to sleep on the couch instead.

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  19. UnknownDecember 9, 2014 at 8:13 PM

    I think that's a great routine!
    ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!

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  20. SullyDecember 9, 2014 at 10:06 PM

    Nothing better than grandpeeps!!!!!

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  21. UnknownDecember 11, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    You are so lucky to have an ideal place for the dogs to stay while you travel. They went all out by the looks of that schedule :)

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  22. JacobiDecember 11, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    Dear Ojo's cousin Lee,

    Phod is a bed hog. You should take his precious for hostage. Perhaps he would trade then?

    Licks,
    Cobi

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