I didn't do it...I promise

From across the room, I heard my father loudly summoning me. I wondered what's wrong. He didn't seem very happy. So I pranced over to see just what was the matter. I couldn't believe my long Weimaraner ears. He was accusing me of making a mess in the living room. Surely not!! He said that I was playing too rough with my toy by tearing out the stuffing. I tried to convience him that I did not do it.
I tried to think of a few alternatives of what could have happened. For instance...
Maybe it combusted all on it's own.
Maybe mom was working out in the living room and pulled it apart.
Maybe a cat came inside the house and tore it to shreds.
Maybe someone hit it like a pinata and instead of candy, yummy stuffing came out.

For some reason, my dad did not believe any of the excuses. I couldn't figure out why until he said that it had to be me for 2 reasons. #1 He saw my blog yesterday and saw me playing with the toy. #2 He saw one little speck of stuffing on my face. (If you blow up the photo, you might be able to see it). Man, I guess lying never pays off. You always get caught.

My New Toy

Grandma Diana brought me several new toys at their last visit. One of my favorites was a purple and green fuzzy toy with 6 arms. Each one had a squeaker inside. I was hesitant to play with it at first, but it is a lot like Pringles. Once you squeeze, you can't stop. I had tons of fun running around with my new toy. Thanks Grandma!!!!

Note: If the photos are blurry, it's because my new toy moves lightning fast and I have to keep up with it.

Now that was fun

Barclay thought it was a blast to play ruff and tumble. However, he eventually wore down as did I. He went to tell his dad (my Grandpa Don) about all the fun he had. Then he plopped on a comfy below to rest. What a smart uncle I have!

Ruff and Tumble

Here are a few more photos of Barclay and I playing ruff and tumble! In the photo to your left, you can tell that I was shaking in my boots....well you know what I mean!


Barclay stopped for a second to cuddle in the middle of the battle. Surely that's not all he's got! Maybe he's trying to pull a trick on me. I'm not going to fall for that one.


Come on Barclay, take it like a dog. Don't make me look down on you. Show me what you've got!



I guess Barclay wanted to show me what he was made of. So he showed me a little bit of teeth. Now that is one fierce little Maltese. He can sure hang with the big dogs!

Let's Get Ready to Rumble

You know, everyone thinks that I'm a big dog and that I must be the fierce. They never seem to think that Barclay could be the one who picks on me. The truth is that he loves to run and jump on my back. If he can, he'll even grab my ears with his teeth and pull them. I usually let him play rough since he's a baby. However, it's a new year and he's 6 months. Therefore I think it's time we start playing like grown dogs. Show me what you got little man! I'm ready to rumble. (Of course, it's all in fun and we would never try to hurt each other. It's just pure fun!)

Will Sit for Treats

Did you know that you can get doggie treats that look just like cookies, gingerbread, pretzels and a whole lot of other tastey people food? Grandma Diana found all these treats at PetCo and brought them to OKC for Barclay to share with me. I think I need a sign that says " Will Sit for Treats." In fact, it could say that I will perform for treats. Afterall, I can sit, shake, use my other hand to shake, lay down, get up, turn around, and submit with a bow. All you have to do is ask. Just like on the Jerry McQuire movie where Cuba Goodin Jr says "Show me the money." Instead I would say "Show me the treat!!!" Now, you're speaking my language!!!

Barclay

Here's the next verse of the song (hint: if you don't know the song, you have to listen to it to understand it better).

" Barclay's white fur and green hidden collar, Grandma with new toys that will make me holler, Grandpa has treats of all different flavors, These are a few of my favorite things"

{Original Lyrics: "Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes Silver white winters that melt into springs These are a few of my favorite things"}

To end the list of my a few of my favorite things, I just had to add these photos. Grandma Diana, Grandpa Don, and Barclay came to visit me over Martin Luther King Holiday. They brought with them many things for me to enjoy like 2 huge new toys and tons of tasty treats. There are so many fun photos that it will take more than one day to share with you. So get ready for more photos of My Buddy Barclay and Me.

Throwing a Party

"100 poppers with long flowing streamers, colorful party hats with matching loud blowers, Throwing a party with all of my friends, These are a few of my favorite things"

{Original Lyrics: "Cream colored ponies and crisp apple streudels Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings These are a few of my favorite things"}

Shortly after Christmas, we got to throw a party with lots of my friends. I just love to decorate the house and entertain everyone. For our party, we made sure to have party hats, blowers, and tons of poppers. Little did I know that the sound would drive me crazy. I guess that's the price you pay to have a blast with friends and bring in the New Year!

Favorite Things Continued

"Icicles on grass and whiskers on kittens. Soft cozy blankets with warm heater mittens. Sitting with dad when he lies on the couch, These are a few of my favorite things"


{Original lyrics: " Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens Brown paper packages tied up with strings These are a few of my favorite things"}

So from the song above, you can add these things to my list of favorite things: 1) I don't like rain, but I do love ice and snow. I think it's fun to run on the crunchy grass covered with ice. 2) It gets even better when I get to chase a cat on it. I don't like to harm the little fellas, I just like to look at their cute little whiskers. They're so funny. 3) I love comfort so blankets are perfect for me. My favorite blanket is mom's heating blanket. There's a little spot where the plug goes into the blanket just like a mitten. It's so warm I can hardly stay away. 4) Last but not least...I have to admit that hanging with dad on the couch is definately one of my favorite things. Can't you tell how excited I am in the photo?!?So cool!!

A Few of my Favorite Thing

After coming home and resting up, I realized how my I missed my family and friends. So, I made up this little song (well, okay, I borrowed some of it from The Sound of Music, one of my favorite musicals) For the next few days, you will here my rendition of the song as I reveal a few of my favorite things.

"When the dog bites, when the bee stings, when I'm feeling sad, I simply remember my favorite things and then I don't feel so bad."

One my favorite things that always puts me in a better mood is a big rawhide bone. Though it can't replace any of the people I love, it sure can be fun to gnawl on for a while!

Weimers Rule...

Other dogs drool! My Grandpa Bob called me to tell me that this year at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, a Weimaraner won the Best Sporting Dog. Her name is Marge and she is 4 years old. Isn't she beautiful? (This photo can be found on the offical website for the dog show). I was wondering if she likes younger guys? Maybe she has a blog so that I can contact her. I think she would make a great girlfriend. However, my parents say I'm too young to date. For now, I will just be excited that a Weimaraner won best sports dog. I think she should have won Best of Show, however, a dog named Uno won. It's kind of hard to compete for the title with a dog whose name is #1. Maybe next year!

To see another photo of her, click this link sent by my Grandpa Bob: http://www.msnbc.com/modules/interactive.aspx?type=ss&launch=23112148,23096596&pg=3

Home Sweet Home

I had a wonderful time at the Duits and Burks for Christmas. I received so many toys and treats. But best of all, I got to spend time with my family whom I love very much! It was so much fun! However at the end of it all, I was pooped. It's always nice to be at home and able to rest and relax by the Christmas tree with the fireplace burning. Boy, I sure live a great life! I can't wait to see my friends and family again. See you real soon!

Grandad and Mimi

Before we let Dallas, my parents went over for Christmas dinner at Granddad and Mimi's. It's a tradition to have Mexican food on Christmas day. Joining my family were my dad's Aunt Jill and Uncle Johan! After dinner, they got to play Scene It - Boys vs Girls. That's why they are all staring at the TV! Even though the men have two secret weapons (Johan knowing all the movie and Grandpa Don reading so the girls don't understand what's going on), the ladies still won! My parents said they had a blast. Meanwhile, Barclay and I rested and hung out together. Nothings better than hanging out with family for Christmas!

It's all Mine!

My mom saw me sitting in the chair all cuddled up and cozy. She decided that she would come over and pet me as well as get a quick photo. I don't think she knew all the lengths I went through to secure this chair. I hope that she doesn't want to sit on here with me. Afterall it's my chair and I'm a big dog. There's not enough room for both of us. I finally realized she just wanted to take a quick photo and move on. She knows how much I love my chair and didn't want to steal my thunder. Thanks mom!

Going Round and Round

You know Barclay and I are both use to being only childs in our families. We aren't use to sharing treats, favorite chairs, and attention. Once I realized there were so many photos taken of him, I wasn't happy at all. I called him down to the floor and let him know we would go round and round until we decide on a good compromise. I was tired and I wanted my favorite chair. We finally decided that I could have the chair and he could sit with my dad. I knew that soon I would be home and would have my parents all to myself. What I wouldn't have at home was Grandma Diana and Grandpa Don's Cheetah chair. I think we made a good decision.

P.S. Happy Valentines to all my loyal blog viewers today.

You Don't Scare Me

After sitting halfway on the chair and halfway off, I decided I would be more comfortable on the floor. Barclay, on the other hand, thought he had won. He thought that his huge grawl got me off of "HIS" chair. Is he kidding me? I am the powerful one. I just like to let him think that he can control me. You know, I think Barclay and I like hanging out, but as we get tired we get a little more cranky and possessive. Doesn't he know that I'm always right. After all, I'm Sawyer the Dog and I have my own blog! Enough said!

P.S. A Birthday Shoutout goes to my Aunt Shannon today. I love you!

That's my chair

While I was sitting in my favorite chair, Barclay thought he would hop up and sit next to me. What he doesn't realize is that I'm a big dog and there's not enough room for us both. As you can tell from the photo, I kept my back legs on the chair, but had to move my front legs to give him some space. It wasn't very comfortable for me, but he seemed pretty happy. I guess you have to be considerate of friends and family, even when you don't want to. I have to say that it's fun playing with Barclay for a while, but I'm glad to have my own home all to myself. I sure hope my parents aren't thinking about having a baby anytime soon or adopting another puppy. (Mom says maybe in 2011 so I've got plenty of time to change her mind and make her delay a bit longer.) I think I'm better off as a only child! Don't you think? Reply with your thoughts and comments!!!

Move Over

I think Barclay started figuring out how to get all the attention. He's so small and cute that everyone thought he was adorable. His mom put his
hair back so that you could see his face and eyes better. I saw the camera quickly heading his way so I had to make sure to push him out of the spotlight (literally and figuratively).

Watch out for Barclay

Grandpa Don got a lot of new golf stuff for Christmas. He was busy enjoying his new putter when Barclay came along. Barclay is so small that Grandpa almost didn't see him. I had to make sure that he knew that the white ball of fur was Barclay and not a golf ball. Sawyer to the rescue!What will they do when I go home and they don't have me there!

Barclay's First Christmas

Since it was Barclay's first Christmas ever, his parents thought they would make it special by getting him something to remember it by. He got a soft and cozy bear that said "My First Bear!" I tried to convince him it was the perfect toy to shred apart, but I think he was a little intimidated since the bear is bigger than him. I tried to show him, but my parents said I had to leave it alone since it wasn't mine. I guess not everyone like to destroy their toys like I do. Some savor and enjoy them! I guess it would make them last longer, but to me it's not as fun! To each their own!

You're getting the hang of it!

Back to Christmas with the Burks....

My Uncle Barclay is very smart and a quick learner! After a brief tutoral of how to shred Christmas wrapping paper, he caught on. Here he is on the couch with my dad and Grandma Diana. Though he's really good at this new skill, he's got a ways to go to be as good as me. It does take size and practice to perfect this rare art, but Barclay is on his way!

Happy Birthday JJ!!

Before we continue on with Christmas with the Burks, I would like to pause to say a very Happy Birthday to my Best Friend Jorja Jane! A special Happy Anniversary wish also goes out to her parents today, Bunny and Matt! Love you all! See you this weekend for the birthday party!!

HAPPY 4th BIRTHDAY JJ!!!

Wrapping Paper Footballs

I loved all the treats and toys that I got for Christmas. But the best part about opening Christmas presents is the wrapping paper. My dad and I love football so he would take the wrapping paper and crumble it up like a football. Then he would throw it to me to catch. After that, I made sure to tear it into as many shreds as possible. It was a blast!

Barclay had never opened Christmas presents so I had to mentor him on the art of shredding paper. One of the hardest things to do it to make sure that every piece of paper is stepped on or pulled. He watched closely as his Nephew and Mentor Sawyer showed him exactly what to do.

Barclay thought it looked like a lot of work, but I assured him that it was more like a game. There is a lot of talk about "Cat like reflexes." Therefore we as dogs can not sit back if we want to be superior. We have to train so that when a cat approaches, we are ready at any moment to show them what skills we've got. This is the perfect way to train and have fun at the same time! I can't wait until next Christmas when we can do it all again.

Presents

Wake up everyone, Santa has come! It's time for presents under the tree. Barclay and I were very excited that morning had come and we could open presents. I spent a lot of time explaining to him the night before why presents are so exciting. He couldn't wait to jump right on in and open em all. So we hopped next to the tree and made sure everyone was ready. Grandma Diana showed us all the special stockings she made for us, D-O-G, Alpine, Charlette and Oscar. The stockings were all hung with care on the mantle and Santa Claus has dropped off goodies for each of us. Since we were ready and posed by the tree, Grandma Diana took the stockings for Barclay and I and hung them on the tree for a perfect Christmas morning photo. The red one was mine and I could barely wait to open it up. Since we were sitting so well, we got a treat from our stocking right away. It was delicious. I told Barclay that sitting and looking cute usually gets you a treat. You just have to know how to work the system. And I am a great teacher of how to do that (thus the wink to the left). Christmas treats are awesome!