We took a working vacation this weekend and visited a friend's ranch for a change of training scenery. While Laddie and I discussed our trialing strategy,
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Skid kept a vigilant eye out for dangerous gophers.
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We had thought of introducing Skid to our host's 15 pound 4 legged nanny, the demure Zoey. However, we were afraid of Skid's "wrong side of the track" attitude rubbing off on her.
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So now we are home for a day but only a day. Tomorrow we head off to the lower 48 for a two month tour. Our house sitters may think they are going to be in charge of the place but really, it will be Kit.
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Watch out. She's just saving her energy.
And of course, the inside of the house will be under the protection of of POE THE DESTROYER.
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Am I going to miss my home while I'm gone? Here's a shot out my front door this morning.
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What do you think?
NOTE: I
should be able to change my blog periodically from the road. Check back in a week for early tales (tails?) from our trip.