June 19th, 2013
Posted by F&S
We Frenchies and G.K. decided to pack up our things and take a little excursion to our home in East Hampton. First, we got out all of our favorite travel supplies from the Martha Stewart Pets line at PetSmart. Then, we decked out the back seat with a really comfortable Martha Stewart Pets Travel Hammock for a really comfortable ride.
1 Here we are all ready to take a road trip to Lily Pond, our home in East Hampton. The three of us are sitting comfortably in the back seat in the Car Seat Hammock.
2 Before leaving, we packed up supplies in the Doggie Day Care Kit.
3 It's lightweight with storage for pet accessories and food.
4 In the zippered bottom compartment, we packed the Silicone Travel Bowl.
5 And of course, food went into the upper storage area of the Doggie Day Care Kit.
6 We also packed the 2-in-1 Travel Bowl, which flattens and snaps closed for easy storage and transport. The two bowls open out - one for food and another lined bowl to accommodate water.
7 The drawstring closure can store dry food for later use, and a side pocket offers additional storage for treats. We LOVE that aspect!
8 This is the Folding Pet Carrier that comes in different sizes. It has a sturdy frame that folds flat.
9 We thought we'd take Vivaldi with us. He really liked the Folding Pet Carrier.
10 And let's not forget the Piped Pillow Bed with its machine-washable cover and its extra-comfort sleep surface.
11 This Piped Pillow Bed folds up for easy transport.
12 I, Francesca, am wearing the Dog Lifejacket. I'm anxious to go swimming in the pool at Lily Pond. This fashionable number is perfect for boating, fishing, swimming, or beach visits, and it even has a top handle for lifting.
13 As you may know, I, Sharkey, don't like the water and I'd rather play with the 3-Ring Rope, which exercises the mouth and promotes healthy teeth and gums.
14 There's Vivaldi in the front seat. Now we just need Uncle Carlos to start driving.
Posted on June 19th, 2013 in Favorite Things, Friends, Housemates, Martha, Out & About, Photo Galleries, Playing, Travel, Working | direct link to this entry |
June 18th, 2013
Posted by Francesca
Yesterday was bath time for us, Frenchies. You may recall that I don't mind a good bath but Sharkey, on the other paw, kind of freaks out at the very mention of one.
1 Martha's been away in Cannes, France, attending the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, the world's biggest celebration of creativity in communications.
2 Because she's on her way home, we Frenchies have been told that we must have baths so that we smell good for her arrival. Sharkey says it's not like we have a choice in the matter!
3 Uncle Carlos is filling the wash sink with warm water.
4 Carlos, you know I don't like being bathed! Why are you doing this to me?
5 Oh no! The drenching!
6 And now the shampoo! If I could only escape!
7 Say, that doesn't feel so bad. In fact, I'm beginning to relax a bit.
8 OK, I'm nearly done with the water bit.
9 I just don't understand why Sharkey gets herself all worked up about bath time. For me, it's a very enjoyable experience.
10 Thank goodness! Dry land!
11 Carlos, I've been waiting very patiently for this.
12 You see, Sharkey? This is what a relaxed Frenchie looks like.
13 What's so special about a bath?
14 Well, the shampoo smells really good and it helps to sooth our Frenchie skin.
15 Oh no! Now for the ear wash!
16 Next time, I'm going to find a really good hiding place.
17 Sharkey, bathing plays an important role in the health of our coat and skin. It removes dirt and parasites and of course, it makes us more pleasant smelling to our human companions.
18 Franny, yes, I know all of that, but I don't think I'll ever change my mind about bath time. All this fuss is just too much for me.
19 And Sharkey, because of the twisty, curvy design of our inner ears, it’s easy for parasites, bacteria, and yeast to hide and thrive in them. You should be very appreciative that we have such attentive and loving care givers.
20 Here we are! Two beautifully clean Frenchies!
21 Now all we have to do is wait for Martha to come home.
Posted on June 18th, 2013 in Favorite Things, Friends, Housemates, Martha, Photo Galleries, Travel | direct link to this entry |
June 17th, 2013
Posted by F&S
On Friday, we had some visitors at the farm. A team from Equestrian Quarterly came to photograph the stable for an upcoming issue. EQ is an impressive publication, which they call a coffee-table magazine and we think that we Frenchies will be part of the story!
1 Francesca! Come and see this magazine, Equestrian Quarterly. These covers are beautiful!
2 Yes, Sharkey, I've heard about EQ. They say that it's a comprehensive celebration of the equestrian lifestyle – the fascinating people, exciting locations, and magnificent homes.
3 Maybe that would explain why there are people in the stable with a photographer taking pictures! Perhaps our stable will be featured in this magazine!
4 Sharkey, there's the photographer shooting all of the tack.
5 The lens in now pointing in our direction. Franny, that's George Kamper, a rather famous photographer and EQ Photography Director.
6 How does it look, Mr. Kamper? If it's not perfect, we're happy to pose some more.
7 We noticed you have a section in the magazine called 'Barn Dogs.' We wouldn't mind one bit if you featured us.
8 Yes, the boxwood allee is very impressive, but may I suggest that you walk further down and take a photo with the stable in the background? It's a very dramatic shot!
9 You must be the Editor and Creative Director, Stephanie Peters. We're very glad to meet you.
10 And this nice fellow is the Publisher, Wynn Medinger. There's something about you that dogs just love, isn't there?
11 Say, can we get a group shot for our blog, The Daily Wag?
12 Nice!!!
Posted on June 17th, 2013 in Favorite Things, Friends, Housemates, Martha, Out & About, Photo Galleries, Playing, Working | direct link to this entry |
