Saturday, July 21, 2012

Pet Pride: a big, happy, wet dog

When we adopted Lindy, we were advised to buy her a wading pool for summer weather. At first, we put it on the lawn, but when we emptied it, the big patch of dead grass under it was too good for Lindy to resist, so she dug it all up!
Now we keep her wading pool on the concrete patio area, which keeps the water cooler, and she is not at all tempted to dig up the patio.
However, it still means drying off a big wet dog when she comes into the house. I've decided to leave that chore to my husband, who is bigger and stronger than I am! LOL
Meanwhile, with summer temperatures having finally reached the sunniest spot in Canada, Lindy is thrilled to have her pool, especially when she comes home from a walk.


Mmm, this is nice and cool on the pads of my feet!


Ahh, yes, this is bliss!
I can lie down, but I can't swim. Maybe we should find a lake.

Posted for
Pet Pride
the meme hosted by Lindy's friend Bozo and his family at the Pets Forever blog in Mumbai, India.
Lindy says: "Hi, Bozo, if you come to visit me, we can take turns in my pool, because I don't think we'd both fit at once."
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18 comments:

  1. Leslie:July 21, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    So cool - in more ways than one! It's finally summer here, too. :D

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  2. magiceyeJuly 21, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    Keep cool Lindy! Have fun!!


    Woof woof
    from Bozo
    Pets forever

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  3. SquirrelQueenJuly 21, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    Oh Lindy, you look so happy in your pool. If we liked water we might be tempted to jump in there with you.

    Meow,
    Cindi Lou and The Kitty Krew

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  4. Sherry Blue SkyJuly 21, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    Oh my GOODNESS, she looks just like Jas. We had a wading pool too but the dogs - who ADORE swimming in every other water source at hand - used it as a big drinking bowl. Sigh. Smart Lindy, keeping cool.

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  5. The Chair SpeaksJuly 21, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    Awww, Lindy's so happy sitting in the wading pool. Bet she'll be even more happy swimming in the lake. Purrs!

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  6. ShailJuly 22, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Isn't he one huge bundle of joy! :)

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  7. KayJuly 22, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    Awwww... Lindy looks so happy and cool! Actually she reminds me of my granddaughter and her pool in Illinois.

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  8. kaykualaJuly 22, 2012 at 2:12 AM

    Cool dips in the hot incoming summer months would be heavenly for Lindy. Nice pics Kay!

    Hank

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  9. JoJuly 22, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    Too cute, is Lindy and too clever are her humans for thinking of this treat in hot weather. When I had my large garden with three ornamental ponds, the dogs waded through these when hot. Will have to think about buying a pool like Lindy's. Please give her a big pat on that gorgeous head from me. Hugs Jo. The Tanzanian Trio says: Lindy, we'll watch you and Bozo taking turns!

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  10. Cezar and LéiaJuly 22, 2012 at 3:14 AM

    Lindy darling...what a wonderful Summer there, you look so happy enjoying the water!You are a doll!
    Lovely pictures!
    Luna and mammy Léia

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  11. FireblossomJuly 22, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    Lindy has her own kiddie pool! How cool is that? (literally!)

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  12. Sylvia KJuly 22, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    It's been so hot the last few days I was wishing I had a pool like that, too, Lindy!! But I do have a fan!! Stay cool!

    Sam Schnauzer

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  13. Carola BartzJuly 22, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Beautiful pictures of a beautiful dog! She truly seems to enjoy her own little pool. I especially like the last image - she's gorgeous!

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  14. DeniseinVAJuly 22, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Oh my goodness, how she must love that pool. I can see she's smiling from ear to ear. Lindy sure is a beautiful dog. Thanks for stopping by, and I can only hope that they make those cars for bigger dogs too.

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  15. Powell River BooksJuly 22, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    Makes me think of Bro wading and swimming in the lakes and streams. He sure loves water too. - Margy

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  16. IngridJuly 23, 2012 at 2:44 AM

    What a happy dog ! I see it on her face, what an expression, lol !

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  17. Four-eyed-missyJuly 23, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Awww, beautiful Lindy! I can see why you are such a picture of contentment there :)

    Come play catch with us, Joe and Max, next time!


    My Dogspot

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  18. DaydreamerJuly 24, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    Awww..Having a pooch myself (albeit a little 8-10 poud yorkie) and an all round animal lover anyway....I love this! :)

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