Hey everyone Big D here.

The jury is in and as predicted I have been found innocent. FM sat me down last night and told me with some tears in her eyes that I was moving on to the next phase of my life… The final phase. She said I will be loved and well cared for and kept very busy. We did some packing today. I know that she is sad and that might have something to do with the verdict but whew… believe me I am taking it and running.

Will update you on my next journey.

Dallas

Hey everyone, Dallas again.

Bet you think I am bored, I write so often. I guess I just always seem to have something to say. The jury is still out but I am considered innocent until proven guilty. I’m going with that.

I have attached a couple pictures we took yesterday. Once a Ragom boy, always a Ragom boy. She loves to dress me up. Also one of FM and me. She is kind of sad right now and is mushier then usual, if you can imagine that. She said something about adoption pending and squeezed me so hard I could hardly breathe. I didn’t ask for details but thought she would expand on that soon.

I got to sleep in bed last night ALL NIGHT! What do you think is up with that? I didn’t ask questions, just put my head on that pillow and went to dream land. American Idol tonight. You know what I think about that. I have my place staked with the pillow and it just might be early to bed. An all nighter again.

Yippee!

Checking out…..

Dallas

Big D here. That’s what FD calls me. FM calls me Petunia. How humiliating. I really do not mind, especially today. You see, she all of a sudden comes home from work today and thinks she is Columbo. (Peter Falk she’s not!) There was a paper towel that had been in her office garbage can that was now shredded (not badly) on her office floor. Right away she points her finger at me. Seems there are 2 of us that are alone here during the day. It could have been either of us. However she thinks since I am the new kid on the block and it has never happened before it must have been me. Hm……… she needs more proof than that. Clohe could have totally set me up. I have lived here a couple months too and I certainly know that is inappropriate behavior. I’m trying to get her to move on.

I have finished my meds for my UTI and am feeling good. I have my ultrasound tomorrow just to make sure things are ok and these infections were just a fluke. I am ready for my new home even though FM gets a little teary when we talk about it.

I am attaching a picture of FD and me. We were watching the Superbowl on the floor because the chair was not big enough for both “us men”. What a game huh?

I no longer get the cul-de-sac chorus going. FM gives me one tug on that leash and I just let out a meek little bark. I have to hope the rest of the choir hears me because FM tells me that’s nonsense.

Today Clohe taught me something new though. When the snow melts and the weather gets nicer, we get a lot of walkers in the back of the house on the edge of the woods. She runs to the patio door and starts to bark. It took me a couple times but I have now figured out that when she dashes for the door, there’s someone new to bark at. We still engage in our nut time. She runs so fast and try as I might, I never catch her. It’s fun to try though.

I had a great time at the Woodbury Petco last week. I have some pictures that I will send in with another update. The Girl Scouts were SO GOOD to us! I received lots of treasures.

Hope to see you at the Richfield Petco. It’s a great way to meet a lot of RAGOM furkids. Beware of construction around there but hope to see you!

Dallas aka BIG “D”

Brrrrrrrrr….. It’s chilly. Dallas here. Checking in. I thought maybe FM would do my update but she is just a little bit testy so I thought I would do my own. First off, I am grateful for 2 things. One for sponsors such as Sandra L who sponsored me and also that RAGOM does not allow doghouses because FM told me that is where I should be going. I know she was kidding, but she had that “I mean it” look in her eye. This weekend was so nice and I loved playing in the melting snow. I would romp through it and lick it and roll in it and had just a great time. The neighbor collie came over and played a little with me. It was hard to play because I was on a leash and he has invisible fencing (and did not have his collar on) so he was able to roam free. Bummer. But we had a blast. I discovered that if I went outside and he was not out, all I had to do was let out a little bark and his Mom and Dad would let him out. Well playing really interfers with my bathroom duties so FM had to spend quite a bit of time out there with me. She did not mind too much as it was kind of warm. But today, well that is a different story. This morning I was due to go #2 so it usually takes 2 trips. I do not do both at the same time because I either get too cold or I get distracted. This morning I discovered that when I let out my little bark that not only does Kobe the collie come out but I get the 2 Papillions next door barking and the lab across the street barks too. Not to mention Clohe in the house. I managed to pee after I got some playing time in but that took 20 minutes. FM was really cold (in more ways than one if you know what I mean) and had to come in with me to warm up before attempting to get me to go #2. Well I let out just a little bark and got the chorus going and Kobe came over again. Needless to say after 10 minutes I did not do my business and FM had to go to work. She told me I had better hold it. Well, guess what? I did!!!! Tonight we played the same game. ONLY IT IS SO COLD OUT. Thankfully I did my business now so am good to go for the evening. Whew……….. I am kind of getting the cold shoulder. I always have FD though and you know how I like men! He whispers to me that she will get over it! Whew!

I had another bout at the vet last week. I have another urinary tract infection and I also had an irritated stomach that caused diarrhea. I am again on meds and I feel better already. I will be having an ultrasound of my kidneys and bladder on February 13th just to make sure that everything is ok. I suspect it is but they want to make sure. It could be that the last one never completely went away. Many thanks to Sandra L. for helping out with these costs.

Time to go jump into bed and turn the blanket on. It is my favorite time of the day. Did I mention I sleep in bed now (if I do not take up too much room!) Time to snuggle up with FM!!

Thanks for checking on me!

Dallas

OH NO! How could she not resist me?

My friend, Clohe!

Hey Ragom fans…. Dallas checking in.

I have huge news. I am meeting a family on Saturday that is comprised mostly of BOYS and MEN! FM has told you how I love those men. Well you know. I love everybody but being a guy myself I tend to be drawn to them I guess. I will have a Mom (of course). Everyone needs a Mom.

FM seems to think I could do well there. But I can stay here too for as long as it takes. My allergies are under control, my ears look good, and I have not had to have the gentle leader on since it is so cold out and we do not go anywhere. I don’t care for the cold, but we all know my dislike for that leader.

Not much happening here. It is too cold to go anywhere but bed with the electric blanket on. Don’t get me wrong. I like that too.

Thanks for checking in and I will keep you posted on my meet and greet.

Paws crossed…….

Dallas

Fetch anyone?

Hey everyone….. Dallas checking in again. It has been an eventful week. I have been back to the vet and it was discovered that I have a urinary tract infection now. So we are treating that along with my ear infections. My ears seem to be doing better and I am actually eating Duck and Potato food which should help those allergies moving forward. My neuter healed nicely and that is all behind me now. I used to lift my leg but now am a squatter. FM thinks this is so funny but is grateful to have this one quality of a female. Whatever that means….

I was one of the lucky dogs that got to attend Annie’s party yesterday. What a blast. 4 hours of non stop attention and plenty of belly rubs and head scratches to last the day.

I met many nice people who were very interested in me. FM told them I was meeting a family that afternoon and we would have to see how that panned out. I want to send a personal thank you to Jeff and Jen who came out to see all of us and brought me a very special chicken. He crows and FM will attest to the fact that he has not left my side since I came home. So very special he is and all mine..

Annie got a cow. I’m glad she got something too. I came home and barely had time to catch a couple winks before this nice couple came to meet me. They have a Ragom dog too and think that I might be a nice addition to their family. All went well and I will be meeting their Ragom boy next weekend. Paws crossed that he likes me! I love it here but FM says I need to have my very own family so she can help others like me. I will keep you posted.

I have attached some pictures of me and my new chicken. He’s all mine. I do not think I have ever been so tired. I actually slept sitting up and FM and FD watched as my head bobbed. They laughed. I’m not sure that was very nice.

Thanks for catching up on my story and try to stay warm.

Another wet kiss for my sponsor, Sandra L. I appreciate you thinking of me and my needs.

Toodles

Dallas