We had an encounter with an off-leash dog in the park that almost ended badly. An ill-mannered cyclist had his Lab off-leash and the dog almost knocked me and the dogs over. Me falling on the dogs = not pretty.I tell myself that they (people who allow their dogs to roam rampant) will get their comeuppance one day and come back in the next life as reactive dogs. Or cicadas.
This is the best photo I managed to get of Onyxx. The leaves fascinated him and he refused to cooperate for photos.
On the way back, we ran into a boot camp in the park. No doga though. Mr. N was not impressed.
The boys continued their regular routine of chase and wrestle and added a new routine of tug. They both love that toy. Plus it has six legs so more things to put in their mouths. Can anyone guess what it is?
We had some people over to carve pumpkins and Onyxx supervised.
Aside from that, Onyxx met some children who came over and helped work on his socialization. Mr. N likes children if they give him treats. Sometimes the children try to eat his treats!
As well as a Halloween party for humans. Onyxx did very well and ignored the children running around and the treat tables (of course if he could reach that would be a different story).
We also had a play date with She Speaks Bark and her dog Scooter. We were horrible bloggers though and completely forgot to take pictures. Next time!
This weekend: Onyxx goes to Petsmart for adoption day. Possibly a Halloween party at a pet store if time allows.
What have you and your dogs been up to this week? Any fun weekend plans?
October 25, 2013 11:03 am
Looks like it was an action packed day for all. Love the shots with the autumn leaves….lovely
October 26, 2013 3:04 am
This all happened in a few days. A bit much to cram into a day!
October 25, 2013 1:08 pm
The bootcamp ladies should be working out … The fall leaves on the ground can be very distracting. That's great that the craft store allows dogs. Can't wait to see your Hal costumes. Happy Friday. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar
October 26, 2013 3:04 am
I think they were listening to instructions when this shot was taken.
October 25, 2013 1:22 pm
Good week Mr. N. Glad to see Onyxx having so much fun with you. I agree with you about the off leash dogs…cicadas – I like it. Thanks for joining the Hop and sharing your adventures.
October 26, 2013 3:05 am
Well I originally said cockroaches but the BF reminded me that they live forever.
October 25, 2013 1:50 pm
People that let their dogs walk off leash are the worst. We are having a lot of problems with that in my neighborhood right now and it's driving us crazy. Glad everyone was okay, love the pics 🙂
October 26, 2013 3:06 am
Thanks. We run into off-leash dogs practically every other day. At least around here, it's usually big dog owners and I'm always freaked out about the dogs' safety.
October 25, 2013 1:58 pm
Onyx is doing so well and the pups look to be having a great time together keeping fit and having fun
October 26, 2013 3:07 am
He has fit in quite nicely although they both like the same toys and want to play with them at the same time.
October 25, 2013 2:15 pm
That looks like fun stuff. Good thing that scrap store isn't around here, LOL. We are winging it this weekend, hopefully a hike because it's supposed to turn nasty weather next week.
October 26, 2013 3:08 am
I think you'd like it! Do you ever travel to Oregon?
October 25, 2013 8:01 pm
Not sure what that six-legged toy is – a tick? I don't know how many legs ticks have, but I saw a stuffed tick at the store – part of a promo display I think. Great fall photos! Hope Onyx's adoption event goes well! I have a writing class this weekend and Rita has training, so we'll be busy busy!
October 26, 2013 3:09 am
Very close! Thanks. I'm trying to figure out what he should wear. Maybe a necktie. You want to make a good impression, right?
October 25, 2013 11:21 pm
Love this post! We think the 6 legged toy is a FLEA! 😉
October 26, 2013 3:10 am
Yes! You're right. I saw one in a store and I figured it was time Mr. N got in some payback. Onyxx has a flea allergy too…
October 26, 2013 5:24 am
Awesome active doggies! And beautiful photos!
October 28, 2013 8:15 am
Thanks!
October 26, 2013 8:14 am
How awesome that you met she speaks bark!! 😀
And I think your posts about onyxx are fantastic 🙂 I hope he finds a good home.
October 28, 2013 8:16 am
Me too. I'm surprised he hasn't found one yet. He is 95 percent perfect.
October 26, 2013 4:22 pm
Wow!!! What a great week! Just an FYI… I always keep pepper spray on me for crazy off leash dogs coming towards me…
October 28, 2013 8:17 am
I carry citronella spray but I always seem to have my hands full at that moment.
October 27, 2013 1:47 pm
What a great week, with lots of fun fall activities! We encountered an off leash dog on the trail last week too…..I thought the woman was holding her dog, next thing I know big black lab is running at us. My little beagle Cricket was NOT impressed and let them know.
Our week hasn't been great weather-wise, and I've been busy with obligations, but we hope to get out for some walks and fetch playing today!
Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets
October 28, 2013 8:19 am
It's never good when it happens. Besides the dogs being distressed, I don't want a big dog running full tilt at me either!