Izzy's on Vacation --Day 76

Izzy is away in Maine for the week, frolicking in the ocean, eating barbecue and generally enjoying nature.

She'll be back in about 9 days with some awesome photos and lots of stories.

We know you can't wait!

Through the Slats of a Bench -- Day 75

So I can't tell if this is a desperate cry for ScooterSnacks or a look of suffering because she's not getting any.

In any case Izzy has determined that putting her head through the slats of a park bench is an excellent way to get more treats.

Ben's Beautiful Head -- Day 74

OK this post isn't about Izzy. Had to slip one in about Ben and his beautiful head... It's like a slip-stream mobile home -- rounded edges with a blunt front end made for cutting through wind.

Ben has the advantage of meltingly beautiful brown eyes.

Last night Mr. Ben tore off his dew claw. But I only discovered it this morning. Well Sharon discovered it actually.

He seems fine. Not limping. And still running around like a mad man.

I put some Neosporin on after cleaning the wound with saline solution. No bleeding so I'm guessing he's fine.

Jedi Master Training -- Day 73

Is Izzy turning Ben to the dark side?

Look at these 2. They are working every trick that they have to get treats. And Ben is Michelle's. He gets Scooterfood and treats all the time. He has no fear of cut off!

Hungry, Hungry Hippo -- Day 72

Izzy loves Michelle and the scooter treats. Look at her. Eating right out of her hand. Izzy would probably grab a treat right out of her hand if she could. or her bag.

We had been away for 3 days, and instead of marking her territory and greeting her friends, Izzy had to find Michelle.

Izzy's Baltimore Weekend -- Day 69, 70, 71

I think Izzy is most grateful for central air conditioning. It was in the 90s while we were in Baltimore and Izzy barely wanted to leave the house. In the car, we had to ride with the windows open and the air on. It was unbearable.

She did greet my mother with much enthusiasm that was not a/c influenced. Thank goodness! And she was rewarded with (just) chicken for dinner. A big bowl of it. Important lessons learned for Izzy!

We tried to go to our favorite park for our regular hike, but instead ended up spending all the time around the water. In Izzy's case, it was in the water! She was very happy.

Tummy Tuck Needed? -- Day 68

So tonight I was giving Izzy her daily belly scratch. On her chest, there is a lot more loose skin there now. She always had loose skin there, but it is noticeably more. Well, I noticed a lump. Would I have noticed this before? There would have been no way. Is it a concern? I am sure. We will have to have the vet check it out. It feels much like one of those fatty deposits that my parents' dog has. She shows no pain when I touch, pinch or, squeeze it. I will have my parents check it out when we go home.