Entries from the ‘Favorite Things’ Category

Scratch Pads for the Donks!

Scratch Pads for the Donks!

Posted by Francesca

Maybe you recall last week when Francesca and I wandered down to the stable to visit Betsy.  Betsy, as it turns out, was busy with her chores but had enough time to introduce Franny to a new product she’s trying out called ‘Scratch n All’.  Betsy wants to use it in the donkey paddock so …

Barking up the Wrong Tree?

Barking up the Wrong Tree?

Posted by F&S

You know how we, Frenchies, are always chasing critters, especially our nemeses, the squirrels!  We took off after a fluffy tail the other day and almost had him, if not for a bald cypress tree.  You just wait!

Showing G.K. Some Flowers

Showing G.K. Some Flowers

Posted by F&S

We, Frenchies are so very happy that spring has finally arrived.  Pretty flowers are beginning to bloom all over the farm.  We decided to take G.K. around and show him some of our favorite areas and it turns out that he has a real appreciation for flowers.

New Horse Bedding and a Great Scratch Pad!

New Horse Bedding and a Great Scratch Pad!

Posted by F&S

We, Frenchies, had a little rhythm thing going on the other day and we wandered on down to the stables to see if Betsy wanted to dance with us.  However, Betsy was on a mission because she is trying out a new kind of horse bedding and she was lining a stall with it.  You …

Puzzle Boxes From Boxology!

Puzzle Boxes From Boxology!

Posted by Sharkey

The other day, Martha brought home these amazing carved wooden boxes.  They were made by Richard Rothbard, who has a company called Boxology.  They’re actually puzzle boxes made to look like Martha, Francesca, and me.  Take a look!

Filling Bird Feeders

Filling Bird Feeders

Posted by Francesca

After basking in the nice warm springtime sun, Sharkey and I decided to have a look around when we spotted Gyurme busy with chores.  It turns out that he was filling the bird feeders, which hang from the eaves of the carport/blog studio.  We decided to help him because this is a big job, as …

Basking Hound

Basking Hound

Posted by F&S

Dear fans of the Daily Wag,
We just want to thank all of you for being so concerned about Francesca and her whereabouts during her recuperation in Maryland.  You will see from this blog that she is alive and well and at home again in Bedford.  Life has resumed to normal and we are enjoying ourselves …

Sneaking off to the Main House at Skylands

Sneaking off to the Main House at Skylands

Posted by Sharkey

The other day, I told you about how G.K. and I had to stay in the six-car garage apartment with Uncle Carlos up at Skylands.  Where I didn’t mind it all that much, it is a little hard getting used to that place when you are accustomed to staying in the splendor of the main …

Old Socks, New Tricks

Old Socks, New Tricks

Posted by Pia

Maybe your dryer has the dog’s best interest in mind when it leaves you with just 1 sock from each pair. Here are a couple of dog- and Earth-friendly ways to put those loners to good use!
Sock Sweater
For little dogs like my Minnow, a generous-sized sock makes a comfy sweater. Just cut off the toe …

More of our Trip to Maine With Uncle Carlos

More of our Trip to Maine With Uncle Carlos

Posted by Sharkey

I know that Francesca is back at home with us and you probably expect to see her in the blogs from now on.  However, G.K. and I had some adventures while she was in Maryland and we want to share them with you.  Do you remember when we went to Skylands with Uncle Carlos to …