I'm overjoyed to finally be able to let the two dogs take off-leash "walks" together. I waited a long time after Shyla fractured her ulna before I allowed them to romp together because they can be so wild.
I've found that Shyla loves to prop her front legs on things so that she can see further. This type of pose has never been natural for R.
As Shyla stood there serenely, surveying the meadow below her, R suddenly decided to jump the huge downed tree. As his younger sibling, Shyla wanted to follow suit but her upright position made it hard. You can see the consternation on her face.
I love seeing the two of them together, with R so clearly as the older and wiser brother.
Shyla often looks to him...
And sometimes they simply sit companionably together, although Shyla still seems to keep an eye on R.
On this afternoon, R sampled the scents wafting toward them on the westerly wind. Already, I can see that Shyla tends to focus more on me while R is more independent, constantly scanning his surroundings for scents and sights.
R can still be the goofy one, thank goodness. I love that side of him.
It's been wonderful to finally see the this Labraduo romp together. I'm enjoying watching both of them change. Shyla is gaining confidence while R is morphing from K's mischievous younger brother to Shyla's guiding older brother.
They're so cute together!
ReplyDeleteNola
They're a great pair!
ReplyDeleteWe all knew K was gRooming him for when she had to go to The RB -
ReplyDeleteHe took plenty of notes!
They will forever be buddies.... as a brother & sister should be. Beautiful stuff right here! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDelete--Andrea
XOXOXO
They are totally gorgeous and they sure look so very happy!
ReplyDeleteWhen Pip was younger he used to like to prop his front legs up on things, too! He can't do it anymore, which is so sad ...
ReplyDeleteI love R's goofy side!
Thanks for warming our hearts with that beautiful story of brother & sister.
ReplyDeleteThey are such a pair, as if they've always been together. And somehow, in someway unknown to us I think it's true.
Hugs,
Lily Belle
Thanks for your kind words and knowledge. Hopefully tomorrow will be a GOOD day for us!
They look like best friends! Beautiful as always!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE to see them together. You have warmed up me and MOM's day.
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Goose
They look great together! So glad they and you are enjoying the wilderness.
ReplyDeleteThey seem to have formed a strong bond. That is so wonderful to see.
ReplyDeleteMango Momma
Such fun to see this. Shyla is just what R needed and vice versa. We see the same thing between TD and Ciara, Ciara and Lightning, and Thunder and Lightning. With all his helpers we are all hoping Lightning grows up soon.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos that reveal so much about their relationships with each other, and with you. You're a great photographer!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like they are becoming quite the team!
ReplyDeleteLove that look on Shyla's face as she tries to figure out how to jump over the tree!
It is so wonderful to see the two of them together. I can almost feel the joy of your outing.
ReplyDeleteBert
Such fantastic pictures of the two together.
ReplyDeleteCindy
I absolutely adore this series of shots of them together! I can't come close to picking a favorite, but I hope you get one or two of them framed or printed on canvas. I love that point when two dogs become a solid team!
ReplyDeleteThese two are a beautiful pair, so well suited for each other and your family. It is always such a joy to see a new Pack unity form.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to get to enjoy them both off leash
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Kari
http://dogisgodinreverse.com/
The pictures of the two of them are so adorable!! What a good team they make. You must be so proud! :)
ReplyDeleteThey look so great together. It is nice for Shyla to have a big brother to guide her.
ReplyDeleteAnne and Sasha
What beautiful shots of the two of them together, KB!
ReplyDeleteDoes my heart good :)
ReplyDeleteLove the shot jumping over the log! My guys would definitely have gone under!
ReplyDeleteAww, there's nothing like a brother and sissy together!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing them together - I especially look forward to R photos because he reminds me so much of my Zeus - goofy too!
ReplyDeleteThey do look wonderful together!
ReplyDeleteCan you tell us about the bells they're both wearing?
Your pictures always make me happy! Love the labraduo. Who knew R could be so "wise"!?!
ReplyDeleteMamma Heartbeat
they are both so beautiful
ReplyDeletesending our love
tweedles
Ok mom just told us some of your secrets. We love the pictures of you two and those special bonding moments
ReplyDeleteBenny & Lily
What joy for you and for them! I can see it in their eyes KB. I imagine you are loving the sunshine as much as I am. So glad the duo can romp together-they are the perfect pair.
ReplyDeleteSending smiles your way today.
Noreen
They are a beautiful pair! I always think dogs know when they are with others of their kind.
ReplyDeleteSam
They are such a great pair!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures of the duo...R looks so proud over Shyla.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your answer.
My dogs are all ok. Waiting for Tyra to get in heat. We are planning a litter...will be exciting. I have a nice guy for her :-)
So happy for you and K & Shyla!!
ReplyDeleteThey make such a great team, so lovely :)
ReplyDeleteIsn't it absolutely amazing how these changes happen....now R is the older wiser doggy and teaching sweet Shyla...such loving companionship. It must make your heart swell and overflow....lovely!
ReplyDeleteRon
Love the duet photos. Would love to watch this growth and trust.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome that both dogs are suited to the other. That doesn't always happen; you have the right combination of love to make it work!
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