Westie - A day in the life of a West Highland Terrier dog

Limp rawhide

2006-09-24T23:28:00.000-04:00

Last Christmas Zachary received a candy can which was made out of rawhide. He loved that thing, even after it became very limp He would chew on it and carry it around. Well yesterday I found something close to the old candy cane. I gave it to Zach and he has been chewing on it ever since.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Relaxed Westie

2006-09-21T23:08:00.000-04:00

Zachary is spending more and more time laying on his back sleeping as he gets older. He even fell asleep outside in the yard today. I woke him up when he heard the door as I went inside to get the camera. He is becoming a laid back Westie.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

New fountain on block

2006-09-20T11:47:00.000-04:00

It is very curious to me why Zachary has taken to a new fountain on the block. I am not sure whether it is because he hears the water or something else has caught his attention. He has seen several fountains, so it is not that he has never seen one before. I am sure there is a reason, but I have no clue.

"Happiness is being loved by one year old Westie puppy"

Brought me home

2006-09-19T23:48:00.000-04:00

Tonight we had fast moving storms come through our area, they came up very fast. I tried to get Zach to go potty before the storms arrived, but he heard the thunder and I saw the lighnting. Zach did an about face and pulled me home. Most of the night was on and off rain. I was happy to see the much need rain.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Lovebug City

2006-09-18T20:49:00.000-04:00

The lovebugs are out in force and everywhere. These pesky little guys drive most everyone crazy including Zachary. Actually Zach cannot figure out what to do with them, so he chases them. He runs and bites towards them and tries to cathch them in his mouth. I think has caught one or two, poor little lovebugs. We will all be glad when the mate and die...

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Nose to nose with cat

2006-09-16T22:26:00.000-04:00

Zachary surprised everyone tonight when our neighbors cat walked right up to him. Instead of running or barking he went nose to nose with her. Lucie rolled over and started playing with Zach. When it was time to leave he started barking and pulling towards Lucie. It is so strange to us since it is just the opposite of what our former Westie would have done.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Treed a squirrel again

2006-09-15T22:38:00.000-04:00

I am not sure who was more frustrated Zachary or Mr. Squirrel. Zach treed a squirrel and would not let him down out the the tree. The poor little guy would get close to the fence that was within jump range for the squirrel and Zach would pounce on the fence. Then up the tree it would go for safety. After an hour, I went up and distracted Zach long enough for the squirrel to make his get-away. Zach ran along the bottom of the fence while the squirrel ran on top. When Zach finally came in he he drank water and plopped on the cool floor.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Jumping Vertical

2006-09-13T22:53:00.000-04:00

Sometimes I think Zachary is part cat, yes I said cat. He can be playing out in the yard or walking around the block when somthing spooks him. When this happens he jumps vertical about 2 feet and then shakes his head after landing. It is as if he has no idea what just happened. I have noticed that this sometimes follows him chasing a lizard. Maybe the lizard gets tired of him chasing them and the lizard tries to bite Zach. I have seen him do this numerous times and still laugh when I see him jump.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Hint of cooler days

2006-09-12T22:18:00.000-04:00

With breezes blowing most of the day, the weather had a hint of cooler days. Zachary was more fiesty today and wanted to spend a lot of time outdoors. We look forward to the cooler weather and spending more time outdoors.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Remembering 9/11/01

2006-09-11T23:13:00.000-04:00

It is hard to believe that 5 years have past. That tragic day so many lives were lost and so many others lives were changed when their loved ones did not come home. So many people risked their lives so that others may live. Our country did unite that day and we will not forget.

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Walking 2 miles a day

2006-09-10T22:34:00.000-04:00

Today I added up all the walking Zachary and I do each day. I was surprised to see it add up to 2 miles a day. We walk several times a day 2 laps each time. I would not have added it up until a neighbor asked how may miles we walked. It does not feel that long when it is done a little at a time.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Road trip

2006-09-09T22:08:00.000-04:00

This morning I took Zach with me to return a table. Zachary loves to go bye bye and rides well in the car and motorhome. When we got there he went inside with me and got loads of attention. It is a store connected to motorhome service bays. People are not able to leave pets in their motorhomes, so they can go into the store or waiting room. There was no other puppies there during our visit.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Limbs down

2006-09-07T15:37:00.000-04:00

Last night we had a bad thunder and lightning storm that last over 2 hours. The lightning came so close I even unplugged the computer. During the storm, Zachary was not happy and could not find calm place. He was laying on my lap or leaning against me most of the time. We tip-toed around many limbs that had blown down this morning on our walk.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

White trash bag

2006-09-06T23:48:00.000-04:00

While putting the trash together kitchen trash bag fell over. I thought Zachary was going to tear it up. He high-pitched barked at the white trash bag on it's side. He thought sure he had to protect me from the killer plastic bag. I had to laugh out loud, I could not help to see the humor.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Steve Irwin

2006-09-05T23:31:00.000-04:00

It is a sad time around our house because of Steve Irwin's sudden death. We loved to watch Steve and never knew what he was going to do next. We would get a kick out of watching Zachary watch the TV during his show. He would sit or lay and watch and move his ears and tip his head side to side.
The exceptional life Steve led is a testament to his respect for all creatures great and small.
Godspeed Steve...

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Red-Shouldered Hawk

2006-09-04T22:06:00.000-04:00

Another find by Zachary while out walking. This Red-Shouldered Hawk flew by and landed on a light pole.

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Wild turkey

2006-09-03T22:51:00.000-04:00

As we were getting ready to get in the car to go bye-bye Zachary saw something that caught his eye. It was a wild turkey that was pacing on the outside of a neighbors fence trying to figure out how to get inside. Then all of a sudden he took flight and was gone. This the first time we have seen a wild turkey in this area.
Zach went on a field trip to see two of his adopted aunts and spend the day with them. He met lots of dogs at the RV park where they are staying. He came home tired after playing hard.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Chin's fenced yard

2006-09-02T22:00:00.000-04:00

Early this morning Chin came out to greet Zachary on his morning walk. We went in Chin's fenced yard and I visited with his owner while Zach played with Chin. After had tongues that were hanging out we went home and Chin went inside. Zach came home drank lots of water and ate breakfast after working up an appetite.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Itch getting better

2006-09-01T22:26:00.000-04:00

The pills that the doctor gave us have slowed down Zach's itch. He loves his new food and eats it fast when the dish is put down. It bigger and crunches much more than his old food.

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Itch problem

2006-08-31T23:23:00.000-04:00

Zachary been itching over a week now and making himself raw. Places on his feet have no hair. He has been taking Hydroxyzine for awhile now for his itching, but it has gotten worse. Took Zach to the Vet for suggestions. Doc Paul said he has allergies either to food or environment. I questioned why now, said sometimes it starts when they become one. We are trying him on a Hypo-allergenic food and no dog treats unless specially made. If this done not work Zach will have to go thru allergy testing. We are keeping our paws crossed the new food works.

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Tropical storm

2006-08-30T23:04:00.000-04:00

With the Tropical storm Earnesta going over us we have had rain on and off. Some of it has been light, but we have gotten so heavy down-pours too. Zach is not crazy about going out in the rain, so today was a challenge getting the boy to go out to potty. We are thankful we have been spared from this storm going into a hurricane status.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

White frogs

2006-08-29T22:20:00.000-04:00

Awhile back I mentioned a white frog that Zachary and I had seen in the backyard. At that time I was not able to get a picture. I did not miss him this time. One is a White frog and one a Grey frog.

"Happiness is being loved by a one year old Westie puppy"

Zachary has lips

2006-08-28T22:01:00.000-04:00

Zachary had just eaten and had jumped on the couch. He started licking his lips more than normal. I started laughing and I picked up the camera. Here is the results.

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Current Zach picture

2006-08-27T22:42:00.000-04:00

It has been awhile since I have posted a picture of Zachary. After playing, the little guy slowed down for a moment and crashed.

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The leaner

2006-08-26T22:41:00.000-04:00

It is amazing just how many characteristics that Zachary has, that are similar to our former Westie. One of he biggest ones is staying close and wanting to be on top of or lean against me. He wants no room in between us whether in a chair or on the couch. There can be lots of room on the couch, but he wants to be glued to one of us. I guess this must make him feel safe.

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