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Monday, March 11, 2019

Amazing Bond

Many mornings, Shyla and I take our puppy to a nearby meadow to play. The most recent game has been fetch the stick. Shyla is so fast that she wins all the sticks.

Hachi chases after her.

And Shyla lets him catch up. The best part is that Shyla understands that she needs to encourage Hachi. Look at her face and her eyes - she wants him grab the stick and play with her.
I've never seen such a playful expression on Shyla's face before now. Hachi has been so good for her - he's brought out her inner puppy and her mothering instincts at the same time. I'm not sure that Shyla ever really had a chance to be a puppy when she was young. So now is her chance!

Although Hachi has a few lingering issues from living on the streets as a small puppy, our trio has bonded completely.
The fact that they choose to snuggle like that warms my heart!
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28 comments:

  1. easyweimaranerMarch 11, 2019 at 5:11 AM

    her eyes... that is so wonderful how she acts when the little boy is around...hugs to your 3 fabulous furkids!!!

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  2. Brian's Home BlogMarch 11, 2019 at 6:08 AM

    Such an amazing trio of love and joy!

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  3. Yamini MacLeanMarch 11, 2019 at 6:29 AM

    Hari OM
    ...and ours! thank you for sharing your darlings with us. YAM xx

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  4. DukeMarch 11, 2019 at 6:34 AM

    You are the bestest, Shyla, and we just love that last shot♥

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  5. MadSnapperMarch 11, 2019 at 6:47 AM

    this will seem silly to people who are not dog lovers, but each time I see the three of them together it makes my eyes tear up with joy.... I love that second photo of the sideview of your precious pup. made me howl with laughter... I can see Shyla is tempting him...

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  6. Millie and WalterMarch 11, 2019 at 8:01 AM

    Shyla is being a great nanny to Hachi. That last picture could melt all the snow in our yard it's so sweet.

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  7. My Mind's EyeMarch 11, 2019 at 8:13 AM

    Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh my word KB this is the most precious post. I had a good giggle. Shyla might have the stick but Hachi has a curly tongue!! The look in her eyes is 100% an invitation to help me carry this huge log little one.
    The pile of puppies at the end made my heart sing. Hachi is happy to be a middle man too.
    Hugs Cecilia and thank you for sharing your pack

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  8. The PadreMarch 11, 2019 at 8:56 AM

    Such Magical Moments - Black Dog Looks Healthy These Days - Mother On Shyla

    Cheers

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  9. My GBGV LifeMarch 11, 2019 at 9:32 AM

    So very precious seeing them all in a pile. We play that stick game all the time. We know the younger one needs encouragement,and they are also reminded of their place in the pack.

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  10. SandeeMarch 11, 2019 at 9:43 AM

    Awww, you need to link this post to Awww Mondays. You couldn't have a cuter pack if you tried.

    Have a woof woof day. My best to your mom. ♥

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  11. NCmountainwomanMarch 11, 2019 at 10:21 AM

    Had to laugh at Hachi, jumping rather like a bunny. So great that Shyla has renewed opportunities she may have missed earlier.

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  12. Nancy JMarch 11, 2019 at 11:40 AM

    It won't be long before Hachi gets a stick too. The three together, what comfort and love.

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  13. Bella Roxy & MacduiMarch 11, 2019 at 1:18 PM

    A pile of dogs...so heartwarming.

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  14. lexitheschnauzerMarch 11, 2019 at 2:08 PM

    All the moments you have shared have been aww moments. :)

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  15. The Army of FourMarch 11, 2019 at 2:53 PM

    The three of them are so incredibly special!
    KZK

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  16. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥March 11, 2019 at 3:29 PM

    So cute. Of course, all that bonding has a lot to do with the wonderful humans there to guide them.

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  17. IngerMarch 11, 2019 at 3:39 PM

    What a joy it is to see them play.

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  18. IngerMarch 11, 2019 at 3:40 PM

    And how big he got since I last saw him!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 11, 2019 at 5:22 PM

    they just make me so happy. is there anything more cozy than dogs who're curled up who love each other!
    and are safe and warm! bless you! and THEM!
    love all your posts! xo

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  20. jank1961March 11, 2019 at 5:22 PM

    Oh my gosh, those three together are just beyond precious!! ♥
    Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets

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  21. Idaho PugRanchMarch 11, 2019 at 6:04 PM

    This just makes us smile ear to ear. Hachi has been good for all of you!
    hugs
    Hazel & Mabel

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  22. The Adventures of the LLB GangMarch 11, 2019 at 9:19 PM

    What a wonderful love story!!!

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  23. RubyMarch 11, 2019 at 9:44 PM

    Oh, that is abouts the cutest thing I have ever seen!!!! Hachi, you have brought complete bliss to your pack.
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  24. Matilda the BoxerMarch 12, 2019 at 8:40 AM

    OMD, that last pic is to die for!!

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  25. Tails Around the RanchMarch 12, 2019 at 10:13 AM

    That snuggling photo is just precious!

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  26. Hailey and Zaphod and their LadyMarch 12, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    That last picture ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰

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  27. Tweedles -- that's meMarch 12, 2019 at 8:32 PM

    Shyla looks so happy having Hachi to play with! The game of sticks!!!
    Love all the photos KB! Just look at Hachi run and jumps,, and soar!
    and the cuddle puddle,,, ! So much love!
    love
    tweedles

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  28. QuinnMarch 15, 2019 at 5:58 PM

    Oh my gosh, Shyla's face in that picture with the stick is just WONDERFUL!

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