Fall is in the air

Happy Sunday everyone! The air is fresh and cool this morning but the skies are clear. A nice change from the rainy day we had yesterday. When we took the pooches out at 6 am, it was only 7 celsius....Fall is in the air 🍂

This past week was rather quiet. Russell tested positive for COVID a little over a week ago, first time. He's not sure where he got it, it doesn't matter but clearly the virus is still circulating. One thing is for certain, we are grateful for the vaccines as we can only imagine how much worse he could have been. The first few days were rough, mostly dealing with respiratory and aching issues. Russell thought he turned a corner on Thursday then Friday was not so good. He is better now although his energy level is low and he has a lingering cough. I did not get it. 

On a more positive note, our little boy Merlot had his visit with Dr. Javard on Thursday. His kidney levels are back to normal, even better than we he left ICU on August 27.  Dr. Javard attributes Merlot's full recovery to his good health, youth and receiving prompt treatment when his symptoms first appeared. He will be on antibiotics for another two weeks just to be on the safe side, then one more follow up in early October, followed by the Leptospirosis vaccine. We have an appointment for Sherlock to get vaccinated in one week. 

With this frightening episode behind us, we can now focus on more enjoyable things such as Obedience training for the pooches. This coming Saturday, Mr. Sherlock and I will attend our first class together. Then, on November 2, I will do the same with Merlot. That's how I will spend the next 14 Saturdays. I look forward to it. Our boys should do well...we've been practicing at home. They love training for treats 😊

Not much else is happening. The weather forecast for this coming week is looking nice and warm. We are still enjoying our deck and are not quite ready to "move" into the house just yet. On rainy days such as yesterday, we keep warm with blankets. Merlot and Sherlock have enjoyed some snuggling moments with us 💕

That's my blog for today. I wish you all a great week!

A little impromptu training with Russell. 

A perfect duo from any point of view...
eyes on the yard.

TV time comfort.

Dancing in the yard...these two always find
the joy in life!

Sherlock with some cosy snuggle time
with me and plenty of blankets.

Merlot is an equal opportunity snuggler and
he loves a warm lap and blanket.

Ready for a little cone training.

Cooper and Spicy took their job of Neighborhood
Watch seriously as seen in the image
captured October 6, 2018.