July 03, 2003

Sleep? Anyone? Anyone? Sleep?

We had a good storm last night. Not great. Not spectacular. But good. Lots of lightning and thunder and rain. I wasn't fully awake to enjoy it all...until someone decided he had to jump in bed with us.

Hoocher, that is. He had jumped the half door of the mudroom and come to join us. When I hauled him back to the mudroom, I couldn't blame him for wanting to get out of there. The other two dogs were going crazy. They hate storms. They pant and they drool and they whine. The Crazyweiler also tries to become as small as possible and thinks he can hide in the corner behind his water dish, usually knocking it over. (A space where a Jack Russel terrier might fit.)

Here's proof. I had moved the water bowl out from the wall so he would quit stepping in it.

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I had to stay with them until the worst of the storm was over. And every time I got them settled, and stood up to leave...

*FLASH* - KRAAACKBOOOOOOM! Another flash of lightning and peal of thunder. More drool, panting, whining. Lather, rinse, repeat.

Today we are running errands, and one of my stops is going to be to see Dr. P., the vet. Can you say "Doggie Downers?"


Posted by Cathy at July 3, 2003 08:51 AM
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As I've told you before my dog also hates thunder and feels he has to be in the basement during storms. Your situation could have been worse. It could have been the real Hoocher suddenly in your bed. Take care.

Posted by: Sheriff Bart at July 3, 2003 03:19 PM

Thanks a lot, Sheriff! Now I'll be awake all night again trying not to have nightmares about your suggested scenario.

Posted by: Cathy at July 3, 2003 04:30 PM