WE GOT A NEW DOG! Only this one is a puppy!! He is a mini Schnauzer and his name is Ziggy. He is almost 5 months old and he's a sweetheart!
We've looked for a while, off and on, not sure if we were ready for another dog, since our sweet little Odie passed away nearly 4 months ago. When I saw Ziggy advertised on ksl.com, I wondered if he might be the one we've been waiting for.
We've had him for a week (tomorrow) and he is the sweetest little guy. He has his own little personality, of course, and we're still getting used to him, but he fits in quite well and we all adore him.
He has some funny little quirks too. He squats to pee (can I use that word?) and if I remember correctly, shouldn't male dogs lift their leg when doing such activities? What does that say about him, do you think? I don't care, actually, it's just funny to see. That makes him extra special and unique, doesn't it?
He doesn't run.....well, okay, I take that back. He can definitely RUN, but when he starts out, he actually bounces or BOUNDS, like a deer or a bunny. It is so cute. I swear I want to change his name to Bounder or Prancer. (But we like the name Ziggy, so I think we'll keep it).
When he wags his tail (which is nearly non-existent), his whole little bum shakes. It's so funny. Talk about body language! :) And he tries to chase his tail too, which is hilarious, since there's hardly anything there.
When he wags his tail (which is nearly non-existent), his whole little bum shakes. It's so funny. Talk about body language! :) And he tries to chase his tail too, which is hilarious, since there's hardly anything there.
He follows me around the house all day long. If I go to the next room, he's right there next to me. If I'm typing on the computer, like now, he's laying at my feet, waiting until I get up to leave. When I actually do have to leave, he whines and cries. Poor guy. I do have to leave on occasion, and I always try and reassure him, then when I return, he greets me with open (paws?)....what a cutie!
So there he is. We're excited to get to know him even more and looking forward to a bright future with him as part of our family for many years to come.
P.S. I'm his favorite.....was there ever any doubt? :)
4 comments:
Welcome ZIGGY! Congrats on your new arrival! I hope my new arrival in a bit will also wait patiently while I use the computer :). Kidding. But I have to say my favorite is the Eric's dance post below. Classic! I've always been pretty scared of raising teenage boys but you make it look fun. So does Eric. He's so nice, even if he does call me "Fernando's Wife." It's a compliment actually.
Ziggy is adorable! What a lucky puppy to have found you guys.
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what an adorable little poochie!
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