The Dalmatian Diaries Blog

Both dogs checked out great at the vet's office. Widget weighed 30.5 lbs and Browser was 17.5 lbs.

Browser does a couple of adorable things. I know one he'll grow out of just because he'll GROW, but I kinda hope the other he keeps as a habit.

1) When you carry him if he has a free arm he'll "walk" in the air. It's like he thinks he is walking while you are carrying him. If he's in a hurry (like trying to catch up to Widget) he'll paddle faster and faster. Granted, this is one dog I won't be carrying for long, so this trait most likely won't stick around for long.

2) Yawns. This dog has the loudest, most expressive yawns I think I have ever heard. They are so cute! So far he hasn't been a very vocal dog, except for his yawns. They are very loud and long and drawn out.

I take that back... he is a complainer when we put him in his crate. Not for long usually, but he goes through a few stages - "let me out", "woe is me", "I'm getting sleepy, but not liking it", "almost asleep but feel compelled to let you know I'm not YET asleep". I think at the beginning stage he's actually louder than Widget (who only complains now if she's put away and he's not).

Speaking of Widget... I know I say this constantly, but I can't believe how grown up she is! She's so beautiful and smart and loving. What an incredible dog she is. I hope we can get her over her insecurities.