The Ozzball-or Ozzie

Friday Foot Race

2011-01-21T10:07:00.002-05:00

From the snow the other day.

Enjoy!

We hope everyone has a great weekend.

Tight hugs today!

2011-01-20T09:15:00.003-05:00

Hold them a little tighter today.

Love you all,

Oz and Zozo

Wordless Woos-day

2010-12-01T09:30:00.002-05:00

Have fun all!

Paws,

Oz and Zo

Wordless Woos-day

2010-11-24T09:43:00.003-05:00

Waiting for the fat bird to fall from the sky, or oven, whichever happens first.

Love Zozo and Ozzie

Fall Fotos

2010-11-21T18:49:00.004-05:00

Hi Everyone,

It has certainly been a long time since we have shared awesome pictures of ourselves. While John was out raking leaves today, Kelly decided to test out our modeling skills.

Tyra Banks better WATCH OUT! Take a look at yours truly (Ozz-man) below. Notice the emotion in my eyes. I am modeling with every ounch (that's ounce plus inch put together) of my furs.

Here's another one where I am particularly handsome. .

And here's Zowie. .Absolutely no comparison in our modeling skills, right?

Hope you are all enjoying your fall and gearing up for Thanksgiving. Special out-takes from our modeling will be posted soon.

Miss you all! Ozzie (and Zowie)

Really? Probation!

2010-11-19T21:08:00.002-05:00

I hope he sees Bear Bears face every day!

We want to say Happy Halloween...

2010-11-01T10:39:00.004-04:00

....and we wanted to share our pumkins with you.

We really like this one.

But this one is our favorite.

We hope efurryone had a great Halloween and nobody was a halloweenie!

Aroooooooo,

Ozzzie and Zozo

October is dedicated to Sabo

2010-10-06T08:52:00.007-04:00

Today we are letting John on the blog to give an honor to his first furbaby, Sabo.

He was born in October in 1993 and came wobbling up to me at the cute fuzzy age of 6 weeks. I went to a guy who said he had husky pups. I knew that was what I was after. And even though Sabo's brother and sister had the typical husky colors and markings, which was what I wanted, he came up to me and plopped in my lap as if saying "I am not letting you leave without me." Needless to say, I never let him go, and still hold onto him and will forever.

I wish I had some puppy pics of him, but they disapeared sometime back. Right now, this is it. I hope you all share this moment with me by giving your babies(either in your heart or on your couch) a big hug and kiss.

Take care everyone and lots of love to you and yours,

John

THE ABSOLUTE COOLEST DAY EVER!!

2010-08-20T08:39:00.013-04:00

Guess??

Yes. That is an ice cube. But it is a special ice cube. Ok. Ok. Guess again!!

Seriously....do you think it's that??? Guess again!

It is a very special day! MY BIRTHDAY!!! And I am spending it with one of my two favorite hoomans!! JOHN!!!! Since you asked....I am two whole years old. THAT'S LIKE MY WHOLE LIFE!! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT??? TWO WHOLE YEARS THIS WORLD HAS BEEN GRACED WITH MY AWESOMENESS!! Please refrain from sending pressies....NOT!!!

This pine cone is one of my first pressies. My pine cone cake. I know I get frosty paws later, but this purrrrrfect now.

Yes Zowie??

I know you aren't eyeing 'my precious.'

OK. I can share with my cute lil' sister. But if we weren't related.....

Diefie! If you are in the neighborhood, come on over for pine cone cake fun!!

I love all my bloggie friends and I know I have been a pooface for not blogging much lately. Sorry!

I woo for all of woo!

Love and CAKE!!!!!

Ozzie

We are in total shock!

2010-08-07T09:37:00.002-04:00

Our thoughts go out to the surviving family of poor Bear-Bear. We just hope that something can come out of this situation. Run free Bear-Bear.

Ozzie, Zozo, John, and Kelly

Happy Birthday Little ZOZO

2010-07-03T11:51:00.004-04:00

It's my birthday efurry one! I am one today. A very special day for all! Now go tell your humans to buy you some frosty paws. That's what I am doing!

That and some good deck time in the sun sounds pawsome!

Happy Forth of July too! I guess that is important too.

Paws and love,

Zozo

For all of them...

2010-05-31T08:31:00.002-04:00

Saluting paws,

Ozzie and Zowie

PS. John and Kelly are off to Germany and Spain today. That means I am in charge.

Wordless Woos-day/HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO

2010-05-05T11:09:00.003-04:00

Aroooroooorooo!

Paws,

Oz and Zozo

Saturday Close ups

2010-04-24T11:22:00.005-04:00

Hey efurryone!

We hope you are having a good weekend. We decided that since it is raining again with the BOOM BOOM BOOM of Thunder(not that one, the one in the sky) that we would give you some cool photos we took today. After we watched that show on PBS the other day, we thought we would give you some shots from our perspective. Enjoy!

Can you tell where I have been?
Ozzie's wet snooter. Looks cool and moist. Purrfect!

IT'S ICE TIME!! YEA!!!

Eating ice can be so tiring!

Have a great weekend efurryone!

Paws,

Ozzie and Zozo

PS: John is real excited about the PBS show the other day. Since that organization for Assistance dogs is only 10 minutes away, he is going to talk to them about volunteering there. How cool is that. John is the dog's bark and the cat's meow!

Wordless Woos-day

2010-04-21T10:45:00.006-04:00

Nice trick Oz. Wordless....I get it.

"So, this is your little buddy Loofa, huh?"

"Um. Zozo. That's MY loofa..."

"Whatcha gonna do about it?"

"You got nuthin"

Still friends....

Mostly wordless,

Zozo

Tuesday Tail

2010-04-20T10:45:00.007-04:00

Hello efurry pup and kitty. I know. I know. We have been very lame about our blogging. Kelly has been REAL busy trying to do all the hunting while John has been messing with our yard. I know this is no real excuse for US not getting on the 'pute to tell you what is up, but it's all I got!

Anyways. The TUESDAY TAIL of today is about ME, Ozzie. I will give Zozo a chance tomorrow to say something(she doesn't know it's Wooless Wednesday....teeheeheee!), but she's a bit of a tard and will mess her post up.

While Kelly is hunting WAY down in Florida with the Grandpups, I, being me, get to sleep in her spot. I like her pillow. I got my fuzz'z all over it now! That makes it mine. Pawsession is 9/10's of the law. She will have to sleep in the other bed now. Zozo joined us too. But she slept by OUR feetyfeets, keeping them warm.

"A little to the left Z"

Last night was a bit rough though. I had to wake John up at 5am to Horka on the bed. I thought about laying one on his head, but instead i got it on the sheets. Now those are mine too. I haven't been feeling too good today. Luckily, Zozo has left me alone this monring(no zoomies) and even come over to hang with me on the porch. She must know I am not myself today(then who am I.....Huffle perhaps?)

I still need some quality 'me' time.

I hope that tomorrow is a better day. And to make it even more horrible, it is raining too. POO!

Disgruntled,

Ozzie

Wordless Woos-day

2010-03-17T11:37:00.002-04:00

Tons of (green)poof and Happy St. Patty's Day!

Ozzie and Zozo

Wordless Woos-day

2010-03-10T18:33:00.002-05:00

Now that you have giggled, go get in a nap.

Paws and Poofs,

Ozzie

Meeting Monday

2010-03-08T14:17:00.002-05:00

Hey efurryone. Oz here. I thought I would try to let you all meet a very good friend of mine. We go waaaay back. All the way to Christmas. He moved in around then and I never really got a chance to introduce him to everyone. This is my buddy Loofa. I don't know why we call him that but I was told that was his name.

Here's me and Loofa hanging out. He likes to have me nibble on him. He has a really big heart as can be seen in the picture. He's of the loving kind of stuffies.

As you can see. Our relationship is one of trust. He lets me nibble on him because he trusts me not to pull his insides out. He doesn't really trust Zozo because she has a reputation that proceeds her. She is practically a stuffy serial killer in these parts. We had many little friends around before the little mutilator moved in. They have all since had to move out. I miss my little buddies.

Me and Loofa take care of each other during those times when we are alone. He comes into the crate with me when John and Kelly have to leave us and we hang out and talk about old times.

Here I am inspecting his teeth:

Everything looks ok there buddy. Good thing or else you might have to go to the dentist and there isn't anything good about that.

I hope he never moves away like the other guys that used to live here. He's one of my best friends.

Next week I will introduce you to another one of my friends.

Have a fuzzy day.

Ozzie

PS. It is great deck sleeping weather today. About 71 degrees today. Woo! Whew!

Snausages Man Sled Race 2010

2010-03-05T19:19:00.001-05:00

The next time it snows, we should do this one!

Payback is tough.

Snausages Man Sled Race 2010

watch this one too

Great post on Paw Nation!

And because we love you, here's us:

Wordless Woos-day

2010-03-03T11:20:00.001-05:00

Paws and poofs

Zozo

Amazing Development!

2010-02-27T09:37:00.003-05:00

Last night, when John went to go to the neighbors house he decided that since I get upset when they play in the neighborhood and occasionally eat a magazine, newspaper, or book cover, he decided to put me in my crate. I was ok with this(if you can believe that!) because I got my kong full of yummy goodness. But boy o boy did they come home to a surprise. When they got home, I decided to give them a special treat. I decided that I wanted to sleep where I was supposed to normally sleep....on their bed. YES!!!! I got out! I opened the crate all by myself. Can you believe it?? It is a day of infamy for all puppers everywhere. I say we all should celebrate with paws full of Livergreat!

Keep up the good work everyone and if I can do it, so can you!

Paws,

Ozzie

PS. Here's the token pic of the squirt. But look how I am dominating her. I am still in charge.

Thoughts and Paws for our Buddy Sitka

2010-02-16T14:54:00.005-05:00

Improtant Furry Service Announcement!!

We over here just want to let everyone out there know that our thoughts and furrs are all going towards Sitka, Cornelia Marie, and their absolutely wonderful parents. I guess Tia too since she is part of the family.

As you all know, Sitka has been in the 'owie' department having some breathing complications that I don't quite know how to explain. Have a look at their blog to see so you know what to look for since this is common with us sibes then you will understand. Anyways, it sounds like she is doing a lot better after having to go through some immediate surgery to fix her up. She's not out of the woods yet so we all need to put our paws together and make some aroo-roo-roo noises to try to help her out. That's what she would want I am sure. Well, it's what I would want any way.

So, I demand some grumbly noises pronto to let our parents know that we mean business. OK!! On WOOOF! One, Two, Three......WOOF! AROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

That should help out.

Thanks efurryone.

This has been a furry service announcement for all those fuzzy.

Thank you.

PS. Here's an obligatory picture of yours truly for all the ladies out there.

Ok. Fine. Here's one of Zozo.

You gotta admit. It really is a cute photo.

See ya.

Husky Torture Device

2010-01-10T13:46:00.008-05:00

Hello efurry pup and kitty. Ok. So I know that we have been all loving this cold spell the US is experiencing. We have had a great time with the snow and ice and all. And it has been great fun doing zoomies in the cold. We can all agree that the cold weather has been just what we wanted.

But, however, now I am having issues with the whole thing. What the furr is this??

What am I supposed to do with this? How am I supposed to get the water I need after doing all these extra special snow packed zoomies? A boy needs to rehydrate. Aren't you supposed to wait on me paw over, well.....paw?? I suggest you get this thing out of here and give me some water!! HOW 'BOUT A DRINK YA'LL!!

Very funny! Do I look like a polar bear?

I know there is some water in there....?

I will use my mighty incisors...

I'll have you know that it is still in the yard and I WILL not continue to humor you with my polar bear imitation.

I did make them get up repeatedly to let me in and out so I could get some water.

Cheers efurryone. Hope you had a good weekend.

Ozzie

PeeSSSS....my humans must think this is funny. Did I mention that the shedding is going nicely...on their bed.

HOLY CRAP!!! IT"S SNOWING.....IN GEORGIA!

2010-01-07T18:49:00.008-05:00

Can you believe it!!??!! I am in bliss!!

Albeit a crappy 1/64" of the white stuff. I did have it on my nose.

And can you believe J and K are such losers that all they got were these photos.

Snow on my snooter-WOO!

Checking out my 'lands'

See that blob that is blocking my! That is a snowflake!

Hunting for the infamous snow bunny

They were too busy 'working out' at the gym. Personally I say if you just layed off on some of the cheeze ball, which I did not have any of I might add, and had just eaten some of my kibble, then you wouldn't need to try and sweat that blobb off your belly. And you would have my awesome physique.

When Kelly took the photos, Zowie was nowhere to be found so alas no shots of the squirt.

Well. Here are an obligatory shots of us being cute after slipping around on the deck.

Ahhh. So comfy. I don't know how you guys do it. All that slippery stuff is so exhausting to run through when it is SO deep....NOT! I want the deep stuff now doggit!

Anyways, having fun. Have a great weekend.

Ozz and zozo

New Year's Resolutions

2010-01-02T13:45:00.003-05:00

Hello All!

We hope that everyone had a great New Year's Eve and New Year's Day! We are currently nursing Kelly and John back to life. They seem very tired and sluggish today. We think that John may have even horcka'd last night. We think that he may have eaten a stuffie or had a hair ball or something. Anyway, on to our resolutions!

Ozzie's Resolutions:
#1. Softer feety feets in 2010. Right now my pads are all scratchy and every time I put them on John and Kelly I scratch them. Any ideas?
#2. Dominate Zowie.
#3. Hunt and Kill as usual.

Zowie:
#1. Dominate Ozzie.
#2. Eat.
#3. Dig.

John and Kelly want to lose weight. We think that they just need to do some zoomies and they will be fine!

Did wooos make New Year's Resolutions? We'd love to hear them!

Big Oz and Lil' Z

Happy New Year Efurry One

2009-12-31T21:29:00.004-05:00

Does this couch make my feet look big?

Waiting for the ball to drop!

You think we will make it till Midnight?
The bubbley is in the freezer, so we better or it will blow up...aroooroooo

Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2010!

Oz and Zozo

Merry Christmas from a hopeful HULA member

2009-12-25T11:42:00.008-05:00

Happy Christmas wooers and meowers,

While John and Kelly were enjoying their morning coffee and breakfast casserole I decided that today was a good day to try and get their and Meeshka's attention in my hopeful acceptance into HULA!

After yesterdays 2+" of rain, today was a great day to dig, with it being Christmas and all.

Long story short, I ended up getting a bath! Here I am in the tub. . kinda racy, huh?

Here I am getting a snack for being such a good girl! I even let Kelly use the blow dryer thingy on me!

Next comes the best part of my morning. . getting presents for being so good! Here are me and Ozzie checking out our loot!

Smells good!

This smells good, too!

Here's Ozzie trying to get his milk bone out of the plastic Siberian torture device. I got mine out in like 1 second. Ozzie took too long, and eventually I went over and got it out for him. And I ate it!

See--here's mine! Empty!

Here's the other Siberian torture device that we got. This thing has snacks on the inside and we're supposed to somehow get the snacks out. Ozzie spent a long time licking and biting and he couldn't figure it out. I, on the other hand, just rolled it around and the snacks came pouring out! Yes, I'm brilliant!

So anyway, I hope that my behaviour today was good enough to get into HULA. I mean I did make John and Kelly stop their whole gift exchange just to give me a bath. And then after all of that I ended up getting presents anyway! Pretty smart stuff, huh? I am ready for world dominance.

We hope that you all are having a Merry Christmas with your families.

Love,

Zowie (and Ozzie too!)

Yummy Christmas Cookies!

2009-12-24T16:12:00.015-05:00

Hello fellow furries!

I hope efurryone is getting snow. Sadly, we aren't.

Well today has been great. We have gotten to hang out with both John and Kelly. And then we got to eat something we are actually allowed to. Kelly and John made us special holiday cookies...

And boy are they yummie! We only have around 40. I wish efurryone was here so they could have one. They taste very natural. But better than that natural flavor of the Georgia red clay Zowie is so fond of.

Here are some pics of us helping out in preparing them.

I don't know how this was helpful to the whole cookie making process, but apparently Zowie thought it was necessary.

Here are them going into the oven.

Waiting patiently for the yummies...

And of course, devour....

Nom, nom, nom...

Sniff, sniff...Yep. That's a yummy cookie.

Sooo happy...

I hope Santa comes for efurryone and brings lots of yummies and fun and maybe some snow. We will just be getting poo-faced rain.

Cheers,

Ozzie and Zozo

Victory

2009-12-23T18:46:00.012-05:00

Hello puppers and meowers,

Last night was a BIG victory for the ol' Oz Man. Do you know what this is?

Well. . what it was? It is/was something that Kelly uses when she is "working" from home. Well, I'm a working dog and I don't need one of these to get my jobs done. In fact, all I need is some zoomies, a little sister to pick on, and a nice corner to put my feetyfeets up in the air.

Anyway, when Kelly is "working" she always gets this thing out and her computer out and then she stares at it for hours. Like it's the most interesting thing in the world. Like it's cooler than me! Can you believe that. . I think she looks at the computer more than she looks at the hunky, husky Oz Man. I mean heck, all the computer is for is doing the bloggy anyway.

So last night, when J & K were out, I killed it. Done, over, finished, fineto, Kapushka. (I just made up that word. . what do you think?) Anyway, now I should get undivided attention from Zowie, John, and Kelly.

It was not delicious. It was not fun. I did not enjoy it at all. . . but sometimes an Ozzie's got to do what an Ozzie's got to do. Someone had to make this sacrifice. . and that someone was me.

I'm now just waiting to see if it works!

Waiting (and watching the presents),

Ozzie

PS. For those of you that don't know, this was a 'VPN Token' which is used to securely access my network at the job. While he did successfully make me go to the office today(backfire eh Oz-tsk, tsk), with the help of tech support, I am now able to access the network from home again. I am now wondering how he will do on the naughty/nice assessment from santa, hmmm.-Kelly

What we've been doing!

2009-12-20T17:53:00.010-05:00

Since we've last posted, here's what's been going on.

1. Zowie had her special "parts" surgery. Here she is wearing a t-shirt while she was recovering.

(Note: The stuffy chipmunk was headless at the time of this photo and has sense been consumed-that was MY munk)

2. We have PRESENTS!!! We don't have a tree because John and Kelly think that we'll destroy it--but we do have PRESENTS!!! So I am guarding the presents really well. Just look at me.

"Sniff, sniff" There must be something tasty in this one.

3. While I'm on guard duty--ding dong Zowie has taken to watching TV. Can you believe it? She watched about an hour of TV the other day. It was the Military channel doing a show on dogs that worked in the Pacific during WW II. She was very intrigued!

She was especially interested in these German boys.

Only a few more days until Christmas. I promise that I have been very good. . .really!

Thanksgiving Essay Part 2

2009-12-06T19:05:00.002-05:00

I know that many of you are very interested in the continuation of our trip to Florida. I would love to share lots of pictures with you, but I forgot to take them on account of the fun we were having. And sadly, you all probably remember Kelly's poor excuse of photography skills, so she wasn't allowed to use the camera.

I decided since we got back home to try and see if Zowie can get some skills going with the camera. Here is one of her attempts at a group shot. I think it is pretty good. She needs to work on her aim, but who is that stunning guy in the background?? Well, surprise, it's me! Look at my perch. I am simply amazing!

I wanted to let everyone know that Zozo is doing much better after her special surgery. Here's a shot I took of her eating MY bone. I thought I could share with her on account of her owie on her belly.

FYI: She is all ready to do zoomies but J & K won't let her because she still has 7 staples in her tummy. Phhbt! I had like 10 or 11 when I had my surgery. She's such a wimp. And I barely licked it. STUD!

Now back to the trip down south. We had lots of fun, but alas...your wishes and hopes were not met......NO TURKEY!!!! Can you believe it? They had all this grub everywhere and we didn't get to do anything but smell it. Who's the Lame-O's? But Grandma and Grampa were nice enough to let us play and run free in their house. They had white tile and white carpet. I got to meet Kelly's brother and sister in law too. No really. . . they are into law as well. Does that make them in law in laws?? Aroooo, roooooo, roooo. I just came up with that one right here!! They are more cat people but they really liked us tons. Maybe on account of our pointy ears or something. Personally I think it is because we are just irresistible!

I have talked and talked up a storm and Kelly is telling me to quit pawing because I am gonna bore you all with the details.

More to come later. Have a great nite!

Paws,

Ozzie

PS. Here is a much more accurate depiction of the couch scene with Grampa

What We've Been Doing

2009-12-05T14:00:00.005-05:00

Hiya Efurryone! Well, John said that since I couldn't play with Zowie that I needed to write a "theme" on my Thanksgiving vacation. Here it goes.

My Thanksgiving Vacation Part I

by Ozzie--the super-cool hunter/killer

Zowie and I took a roadtrip to Florida to visit grandma and grandpa for Thanksgiving. Zowie slept the whole way down and back in the car. I, on the other hand, decided to squeek and moan for six hours in the car.

Grandma and Grandpa were super-fun and they had sooo much food at their house. This is the second time that I have seen my grandparents. Here's a link to the first time if you want to get caught up. My grandparents have gotten so much smaller than the last time that I saw them. Strange, huh? Some things never change, though. . I was still forced to sing "Home on the Range"--just like last time. Why do they DO that???

Here's a picture of how well-behaved we were at their house. Notice how calm and peaceful we were.

We have been relaxing quite a bit since we got home.

Part II coming soon. .

Ozzie

We've been Lame-O's

2009-12-04T08:16:00.002-05:00

I wanted to put up a quick post to let everyone know we are all OK here. Zowie had surgery on Wednesday and is doing well. She is being threatened with the dreaded lampshade. She did get her girlie parts messed with and appears ready to play. J & K won't let her play with me so I too am tortured. I will get some photos up as soon as the end of the day.

We miss you all and apologize for our absence.

Have a great Friday.

Ozzie

Happy Halloween

2009-10-31T16:44:00.003-04:00

Hello Everyone,

It's Ozman (and Zozo) and we thought we'd get you up to date on our day. John and Kelly said that today is Halloween. Anyway, Halloween pretty much means to me that a bunch of people are coming around begging door to door for food. This is RIGHT up our alley and we are really hoping that John and Kelly will take us out and that there is a nice selection of chicken, beef and possum. We have our paws crossed.

In the mean time, here we are looking innocent in the back yard playing with one of our favorite sticks.

Have a Happy and Safe Halloween (that's Howl-o-ween to you!)

Ozzie and Zozo

2009-10-29T17:11:00.006-04:00

Hey all, Zowie here.

Me and Oz think having John around is pawesome. There are so many great things that happen because he is hear. I want to give a very howl out to John's old boss. Because of him and well me, I get to share this wonderful picture with you:

Yep! You got it! That is one of the most amazing things you ever get to see. It is MY CRATE. Now don't get me wrong. I love my crate. I know it is where I sleep and I am very happy to spend time in it. But here's the part where it gets super cool. Can you guess?? That's right! I am not it it. Because John is home, I get to spend my days like this!

"You mind not pointing that thing at me. They say it steals your soul."

Which is much better than being in the box. Ozzie likes it too. Well. He really doesn't give a squirrels bottom because he is free when they are not at home anyway. Something about him graduating. Apparently they forgot about the toothbrush and toothpaste incident already. How quickly they have selective memory loss.

This is how Oz spends his day (except when I am ruling him with my mighty incisors!).

"Can't you see I am trying to work over here"

He claims he is holding the couch up, but like DUH! It has its' own feety feets silly!

Anyways. I just wanted to share a little bit of our days with you. And just so you know, I am always ready for a good apple. More on this later. But, you know what they say right, "An apple a day keeps the mean vet away." Frankly, I don't understand this because I love Dr. Evans and Colleen. THEY ROCK! More on this apple thing later.

"What? No belly rubs?"

"You WILL give my my belly rubs...What? Did yo say kibble? OK. I'm yours."

Have a great Friday efurryone!

Pawz,

Zozo

2009-10-23T14:27:00.004-04:00

Hey efurryone. Oz here. It's raining today.

Guess what I like to do when it's wet out. Pretty much as little as possible. These are some fun places to do nothing.

I usually sleep here right by the front door making sure no one can out without my approval, ie. dominance.

"If you even try to move me"

Again, by the door. This time using the strong hind legs to block the door. Recognize the sheer force.

"Excuse me. Do you have a pass to get through?"

Here I am watching TV with John.

"ahhhh...the comfy male 1973 May Model"

This is the place I go to when it is 'leave me alone' time. Note the tear in the front. This occurred when they had someone watch me and he left me in there sleeping while he went to the store. Obviously, that will not happen again. Once again....Dominance!

"Don't even try to make me come out. You know the rules."

Oh, and here's a fascinating video of Zowie trying to learn how to swim. This is a little old, She's bigger than that now.

I also wanted to come clean on a few things. I led you fuzzez on regarding my pawesome ability to open doors the other day. Well....phbbt! to John. I can't. He opened the door the other day and I wanted to look all smart-like. As we all know, we don't have thumbs and these thumbless paws don't open doors. Sad :(

Also, if John wasn't made of sugar, we could go out there to take a picture of the gap between the my perch and the fence. This is rather large and I wanted efurryone to know I have zero intention of trying to make the leap to freedom. I will post a pic once it is dry again so John wont melt.

Hoping your day is dryer that ours,

Ozzie

The view from my perch

2009-10-22T16:53:00.010-04:00

Hey efurry pup and kitty. It's me Oz. I got the laptop back from Zozo because I wanted to tell you all about my perch. I can see the whole world from up here. I love it because I get to woo at all the folks as they walk by. Of course since I wanted to show off how much I get to see from up here, nobody came by. Boring.

Here's a shot of me from the perch. I had John take it while he was working on some stuff down below.

"Hey John! Whatcha doing down there?"

This is the view I get to see.

Here's one from a slightly different angle.

So I know that you all are wondering what it was that John was working on. Well, there was this ugly area under the front porch where J and K kept the garbage can. Kelly's mom said it wasn't real pretty to look at, about 3 years ago, I might add. And well, since John has all this extra time on his hands, on account of Zozo I might add, he decided it was time to put his wood working skills to work. I was like "yea right!" Me and Kelly had a laugh about that one, arooo-rooo-rooo!

Well, anyways, here is a pic of the work he did.

Here's what he was able to hide with his fine skills.

Personally, with a little sibe help and a little husky ingenuity we think he did a stand up job on the whole thing.

"Is that square? I don't think it will close unless you raise it up. Why don't you put some muscle into it?"

Now if he could just finish painting it, lazy bones.

And of course, here's a obligatory pic of the squirt.

"Belly rub??"

Figures...

Take care,

Oz and Zozo aka 'The Z Rollerz'

Wednesday Waiting

2009-10-21T18:02:00.007-04:00

Hello efurry pup and efurry cat. The Ozman here to tell you today's tell.

Well, today is all about waiting. The ole waiting game. Me and Zowie spent a good amount of time today waiting around for various things. I have been working on my photo skills and I think I am getting better. Here are some of the highlights:

Here is Zozo waiting for her the thing she is always waiting for. She covets that which is behind this great barrier.

"Is it time? I am ready when you are...PLEASE!!"

Note the goods!

"Come here and check this out Z. I got it open."

I showed her what was inside when she got here and she can't stop thinking about it. First thing in the am. Right at 12:01, there she is! And 5 pm on the dot. Some kinda wiz this one.

Here I am waiting for Kelly to come home. This is my famous perch where I can see everyone who comes and goes down by the street. More on that tomorrow.

"What is going on down there John? Are you working on something?"

Here's one of Zozo waiting for a belly rub. She gets in this pose anytime J or K come around. She's all about the belly rubs. Me, I could give or take em.

"I am a slave for belly rubs! I will kiss you for them....PLEASE"

Well. I guess I will just chill for a little while until our evening walk. Wonder if Jeopardy is on yet. That Alex, he is such a card. Smart too. Wonder if he is part Sibe.

"I'll take 'Things with Fuzz for $200 Alex.' Arooo-rooo-roooo!"

See ya'll tomorrow,

Oz and Zozo (The Z Rollers)

I am part of the pack!!!

2009-10-17T10:38:00.007-04:00

Hey Ya'll!

It's me Zowie(zozo is what they call me)! I got the 'puter from Kelly! She's been real busy with it doing work and all and so has John. He is now looking for a new work place on account of ME! Long story short, I ate a stuffed animal and he had to take me to work with him to keep a close watch on me. Well, he had to leave his post because I wasn't feeling good and his poo-faced boss had to work for him and got angry about having to lift a finger. Unfortunately, John got the axe! John said he would always put family over work, which means he really cares about me. I am really glad because Colleen at the Vet (who is the coolest-she has two huskies too) said I mighta died. They made me throw up and then gave me some liquids and I felt much better the next day. And you know what this really means? I PASSED THE TEST! I am officially part of the pack! WOOOOOO!

Here's us just hangin' out. I am really happy here despite that look! Promise!

Well, as a result of this whole incident, I get to spend more time out of the cage, which I like, but I also like my cave.

Here's me just relaxing, away from crazy brother Oz.

What this whole new thing also means is that I get to spend soo much more time out in the yard playing with J0hn and my big brother, Ozzie, who I adore. I long to be be as big and cool as he!

-Don't let him know this because it will inflate is already giant head.

Here's me checking him out. Keep your fur on girls!

John was so nice to not cut the yard for weeks and weeks during that whole flood thingy and look how tall the grass got. It was all the way up to my chin-e-chinn chinn!

And all of you have heard how much rain we got, well, it is still soooo wet out there. We love to get wet, dirty, do zoomies, come back in and then ask john to let us right back out. Usually this occurs after he has just cleaned something, since he has so much time on his hands now. We try to keep the place all huskied up. He cleans, we mess it up, clean, mess, clean, mess...you all know, hehehehheee-aroooooo!

Here's the O man getting some good rest after some Georgia clay zoomies! Note the smear of mudd on his face.....I put that there with my puppy husky super powers of flight and super height! Hay, I am only like 12 inches tall!

You may note that Oz is almost always laying around when he's not chewing on my head! This is because he's already an old fart and can't keep up with me, Super Z!!

Well, with all this extra time out of the cave, I am trying some new things. I heard the stories of Kelly's poor photography skills from Oz so I wanted to give it a go. This is my first attempt! What do ya think! I think it is very arty!

But what it all boils down to is that we all love each other and can't get enough of some good ole caring and sharing. Honestly, I think living here is the coolest. Ozzie is great to have as a brother He's the bees knees! In fact, I am pretty sure he has eaten a bees knees. Kelly cares SOOO much about me and I love her for it! Just last night she saved me from a deck chair that attacked me while Oz and I were doing Zoomies! I FREAKED out! I would have never thought that thing would be all mad at little ole me. All I ever did was a little climbing on it and maybe some chewing here or there, but that is another post all together. John obviously loves me so much that he is willing to be the stay at home dad and let Kelly be the bread winner. Kelly let out a big sigh and something along the lines of "yea, right, whatever." He has been working real hard at taking care of everything around the house: cooking, cleaning, working on a honey dew list-we don't even have cantaloupe???

Anyways, I am SO glad to be in this pack. It is a great place to be and if you are ever around the Atlanta area, I suggest you come and visit. They take great care of everyone.

Here is one of me loving my big brother. Isn't he just awesome!

He also wanted me to tell you all that his hunter killer (HK) skills have improved. The other day he got himself one of those nasty thingies called an opossum. I wanted to go take a look but John wouldn't let me get near it. Ozzie told me it was as big as me, but I wasn't scared. I would show that thing who was REALLY in charge. Ozzie also said I needed another rabies shot and then I could have at it. I think he wanted to share it with me.

Ozzie asked to post this picture of him that I took the other day. He said it was one for all the chicks out there. He said they just can't get enough of him. All I really heard was "blaa, blaa, blaa, blaaa. Big inflated head, blaaaaa, blaaa, blaaa, funny looking long snooter, blaaa, blaaa, blaaa." Any ways, here ya go girlies (KL-he's got it bad for ya!)

Well, anyways. I just wanted everyone to know what has been going on here at the Z team. I love it and I wanted everyone to know how cool it is to be part of a great pack! I will be taking the reigns of the blog from time to time and will definitely give you all the straight stories, none of those embellished fish tales from Ozzie!

Take care and have a great weekend!

Zozo

Photos of the Golf Course

2009-09-25T09:08:00.010-04:00

John wanted everyone to see some photos of his horror. I know that is all important stuff, but first the real important stuff. Some photos of Me, me, and of course, I know you all want to see the little squirt.....Zowie (yawn).

Me looking cool...

Me taking care of the little squirt....Yes we actually 'hang out.'

Zowie looking goofy as per usual...

Zowie protecting 'her' (my) giant loofa...I do share...aren't I nice.

Ok, ok, ok John. Here are some photos of the chaos john is facing...wahh!

This is the #3 green. Lots of turf loss....

Here is looking down the #10 and #1 fairways....New water hazard

Here is the driving range. The chipping green is in the left corner, under 3 feet of water. Very wet.

Anyways, there you have it. Photos of us! Yay!

Paws,

Ozzie

KAOS!

2009-09-24T19:16:00.002-04:00

Ozzie here for a little update.

Things have been pretty crazy over here in Georgia.

John has been so busy at work. We have hardly seen him. They have been working on the course. I guess they have to prepare it for the winter. He's been there like 60 hours last week. Kelly has been pretty sore at him because of this, and because Z and I have been doing zoomies in the house on account of the rain we have been having. Did you guys see the rain? HOLY SMOKES! It just kept coming, and coming, and coming some more. Kelly had to wash like 2 loads of towels a day and the carpet has been getting a little redder every day! WOO HOO!

We had to baby sit this little turd of a puppy. His name is Buster. He's some kind of spanial. He came over from next door. Zowie and I decided to ruff him up a little bit. And then all hell broke loose one day. It was like the sky opened up and one million gallons of water came out. I was ok, but Zowie was really scared and of course the little turd did what he does best, peed and pooped in the house! Ewwww! He's older than Z and she doesn't even do that! REALLY!??!

Well, long story short, Johns golf course got completely trashed and NOW he's there even more. He comes home angry every day but we always cheer him up. He's been getting lots of kisses from us. We try and lick the dirt and sand off of his knees but he says that is gross and we shouldn't do that. But we won't listen to him. Anyway, we would post some pics but we just don't have any. I can say that Z has gotten taller and fatter. But she is my bud! I love here. I think I will keep her. We will try to get some pics up.

Sorry for all the words.

Paws,

Ozzie

Educational Service Announcement

2009-09-09T17:10:00.008-04:00

In an effort to educate the youth of today, I let Zowie borrow the computer and experiment with her own post. Here's what she came up with. As you'll see, it is not quite what I had in mind. Stay in school pups!--Ozzie

Hiya! I'm Zowie. Zoooooooowie! Yep. . that's right. Kelly and John are silly and spelled it wrong. So THERE!

I love Ozzie. Watch me love him.

Here I am checking him out around the corner. Oh Ozzie---yoooohoooo--hellloooooo over there!

Next, I'm sneaking up on him with my mouth while he has his feety feets in the air. Notice the perfect "V" positioning of my vampire pose.

Ahhhhh success!!!!!

Who me? No I didn't do ANYTHING. Really, I didn't.

Pups--where is the Benadryl. . .or the Dimetapp. . .help!!!!

Exhausted single father,

Ozzie

Parenting Tips #1

2009-09-07T10:08:00.004-04:00

Arruuuus!

Woah! Is it hard to be a single dad! I really can't believe all of the hard work this little Zowie squeaky is. I was NEVER this much trouble. . .ever (right John and Kelly?)

Here are some things I have learned over the past couple of days.

1. Make sure that the puppy knows that they are safe. The way that you do this is by putting them in your mouth. They like it. I try to put Zowie in my mouth at least 200 times each day.

2. Teach the puppy how to multi-task. I do this by doing zoomies with Zowie while she is trying to learn how to "potty" outside. This usually results her not going "potty." But imagine what a multi-tasker she'll be!

3. Teach the puppy how to share. I've been doing this by taking everything that Zowie has in her mouth, or in her kennel or in her bowl. She likes this too! I can tell by the little squeals that she makes.

Well, all you single moms out there, I don't know how you do it! Happy Labor Day! I'll be working hard.

Ozzie

She's Here!!!

2009-09-05T19:55:00.004-04:00

ALERT!!!!!

My new squeaky . . .eh . . . er. . . "sister" has arrived. They are calling her Zowie. Here is a picture of me showing her the Male 1973 Sleeping Model. She seems to like it.

Looks like someone punched her in the eye! It wasn't me. . .maybe. . . . And what's with that dorky grin? I didn't have that kind of dorky grin when I was that young.

I'm not quite sure how I feel. I like having my very own squeaky to play with. She's soft and quick and she squeaks when I bite her. But she bites me, too! Ouch! And she also steals my toys and drinks my water and tries to eat my food!!! Hummmph! How am I going to have another hunger strike if she keeps eating my food?!?!

Here's a picture of her messing with my basket of squeakies. Can you imagine? A squeaky. . . messing with MY basket of squeakies?

John and Kelly took her to the vet today to see Dr. Evans. They took me along for the ride. At first I thought. . .wow, what a great visit to the vet. I get to watch them torture the new Zowie squeaky. But then, something terrible happened, Zowie fell asleep and the next thing I knew, I had a probe up my tuckus and a needle in my arm. Apparently I. . .ME. . MR. OZZIE was the actual husky with the vet appointment. The squeaky just got to go for a visit.

Well. . this is what she looks like.

Do you think she's really staying? Or is this just some kind of joke?

Ozzie

Two Days After My Birthday Day

2009-08-25T18:08:00.003-04:00

First off--Happy Birthday to my sis Dief! I hope that you had a great day.

Thank you for all of the birthday wishes. It was a great day and it's even more fun to have so many friends in blogland to share it with.

Now onto the good stuff! I got a GIANT Loofah, another squeaky toy, a blanket and some snacks. Here I am posing with everything. Notice that the loofah is MINE. Just in case any of you (Dief--that means you, too) are thinking about taking my loofah. . you must step away from the screen slowly. It does not belong to you!

Here's me and loofah playing bitey face.

Notice how I am dominating him. He's loving it.

Now we're resting. Ahhhhh. . . .

I think that Kelly had so much fun on Sunday that she forgot to go to work yesterday AND today. Shhhhh don't tell her. I've already tricked her into doing zoomies with me in the backyard.

Having a birthday day is a lot of fun and I hope that I can have one again soon. I've scheduled one for next Thursday. I hope that Kelly and John go shopping again this weekend.

Paws,

Ozzie

Very Special Day

2009-08-22T17:05:00.003-04:00

Hello Everyone,

Guess what? Today was a very special day. And tomorrow is even MORE special-er. Today is very special because today is the day before my first birthday day. And guess what I got for my day before my birthday day present?

I got NEW PILLOWS!!!! Aren't they cool? They bring out the amazing icy blue of my eyes. I know, ladies. . these pictures may be a little too much for you. So brace yourselves.

As I said, tomorrow will be a much specialer day as it is my actual birthday day. I know it is going to be a specialer day because I saw all of this loot in a big Petsmart bag that John carried into the house and tried to hide from me. I DID get a sniff though. . . and it smelled pretty good.

Updates to come later.

Ozzie
(soon to be birthday boy--woooo!)

Deep Husky Concentration

2009-08-17T12:06:00.005-04:00

Hello Everyone,

Shhhhh! I am concentrating really hard. Do you think that I can make the time go faster? I don't think that I can wait five whole weeks until this new puppy comes to my house.

Now on to some important business. The puppy is a girl and she has two different colored eyes. Right now her parents are calling her Liberty--but I just think that's too long. I want to call her something nice. . .like "Ham" or "Frosty Paws." What do you think? I'm open for suggestions.

Ozzie

Wishful Wednesday

2009-08-12T15:56:00.009-04:00

I have officially ended my hunger strike! Now for some real bizness!

John! Kelly! Can we, can we, CAN WE PLEEEEZE!!! I am ready for the pitter-patter of little furry feet. How 'bout you?

I already tasted this one. He's good.

I promise to take good care of them!

Doesn't she look like me. That's my sister you know.
He doesn't look anything like me, but I like him too!

Look at those eyes! Just like mines.

I think we might have a winner. She could be my twin. Except for the one brown eye, not that there is anything wrong with that. Since I am a husky and that pretty much puts me in charge of everything, I choose this one. Now, how long do we have to wait till we bring the baby home? WHAT??!?!?

5 weeks! I can't wait that long. What will I do until then?

Waiting patiently, Ozzie

The Hunger Strike Continues

2009-08-08T08:46:00.005-04:00

Hello All,

Hunger Strike 2009 update:

Note to John and Kelly. . .I am not going to start eating regularly until you two start cooking me chicken and rice every day OR until I am allowed to never get in my crate ever again. Your choice.

Now on to my chronicle of events:

I went to the vet on Wednesday--I was totally surprised because I saw some guy named Dr. Evans. Where is Dr. Steve??? I thought that I would get to hang out with him.

Anyway, clean bill of health from the vet. He thinks that my tummy is just upset from the gum I ate and that I might be depressed. I've started eating a little bit. . but I'm digging the attention. So I am walking a fine line of not eating and eating just to stress out John and Kelly as much as possible. It seems to be working!!!!

On a side note, Huffle's relatives live at my vet's office. There were two black kittens there that look just like her. I tried put one of them in my mouth juuuuuust a little bit to see how he tasted. John freaked out and spoke in his loud voice of doom. . . .pffft!

Paws,
Ozzie

Off to the Vet tomorrow

2009-08-04T21:19:00.002-04:00

I am so sorry for not getting a post up for many moons. John and Kelly went out of town and I had this really cool guy come over and take care of me. I liked him, but I didn't eat the whole time. I also ripped my little pop up crate to pieces-hehe. Pics to come. And then we had a visitor. I fell in love with Rosie, my cousin. Well, sorta. If I am John and Kelly's baby, then she and I are cousins, despite the difference in species. Anyways, I love her! But now she is gone.

But more on that with photos and stuff later. The big news is that I have some problems that are freaking J & K out. I broke a tooth, I got funky sores on both front paws, my gums are inflamed, I ate a bunch of Rosie's gum and I haven't eaten much in two days. I for one am still doing zoomies and what not but J & K are freakin' out. So off to the vet tomorrow. They keep telling me that I am fine and Ok and all that. I'm like, hello!? Did you just see the dive off the back porch and zoomies up the hill and then back down again.

We will see what happens. Anyways, I have really missed all my favorite bloggy friends. I hope everyone is ok. It has been way to long. I hope you all will forgive me if I start hanging around more. Sympathy for the vet visit?

Love and fuzz(lots of fuzz!)

Ozzie

Super-Strenuous Saturday

2009-07-11T17:02:00.003-04:00

Hello All,

I have been working very hard today making sure that this couch doesn't move.

As you can see, I am pretty good at this.

Enjoy your weekend!

Paws,
Ozzie

Thirsty Thursday

2009-07-02T17:46:00.003-04:00

Arooos! It's been a tough day!

It's almost the weekend! Rooooooooo! Ozzie

Wordless Wednesday

2009-06-30T18:15:00.001-04:00

Love Ozzie

Summer Solstice Memorial

2009-06-20T13:19:00.004-04:00

Today we light a candle to remember our friend Sabo Snavely-Dingeldein

15 great years buddy

Not the same without you

Always keep (us) smiling

Amicalola Falls

2009-06-15T09:09:00.007-04:00

Hello Everyone,

Yesterday I took a big trip to Amicalola Falls. This was probably the most exhausting day of my whole entire life.

1st John and I got into a fight. John wanted to put the leash and collar on me. I thought this was a good time to play "chase" in the living room. He spoke to me in his big, scary voice--but basically I didn't care. Message to John: Big scary voice=not so scary!

Next we took this long drive up in the Georgia woods and eventually arrived at the Amicalola Falls. Two things that John and Kelly didn't tell me: the falls are noisy and there were a lot of see-through stairs!

At first I thought, no problem. . .

Then I thought, are you kidding me?

I went up them OK. Here we are at the top.

Going down was a totally different story. I got to the edge of the stairs and just froze. I COULD SEE THROUGH THE STAIRS!!!!! Hello. . is this not scary to anyone else!

After about 10 stairs John and Kelly finally came to their senses and took me back down on the normal trail. Much better and good snootering territory!

I slept all the way home, and all night last night. . and I've been resting most of the morning.

I have a whole new respect for the Thundering Herd. . . How do they do it? Maybe there's safety in numbers?

Ozzie

My New Giant Water Bowl

2009-06-06T12:08:00.004-04:00

Hi Everyone,

I haven't been able to post or check out blogs too much lately because both John and Kelly have been horking! I think that they have been either hunting and eating birds or baby possums. Humph!

Anyway, before they started horking, here's an exciting thing that happened. I got a new, GIANT, outdoor, water bowl. Here is John, blowing it up. Notice how excited I am. . .

As you can see, I really like my water bowl. When John filled it up, it was like having my own fountain. Then I actually got to hang out and lay down in my water bowl! Very cool. I even did some zoomies in and out of the water bowl. Here's a post-water bowl picture for your viewing pleasure.

This is certainly not as luxurious as the glorious water bowl that Kira in Florida has--but it's pretty good! I hope that you all have great weekends! I'm tending to John and Kelly while they take their medicine. If you have any tricks for getting them to take it, please let me know!

Ozzie

Happy Gotcha Day, John!

2009-05-23T15:14:00.004-04:00

It's a big day around here.

It is John's Gotcha Day! We're not really sure how old he is. His papers say that he is 36. But as the Thundering Herd's mom told us--sometimes the papers aren't really correct. Based off of his puppy temperament, I'd say he is about 4.

Here's how we've celebrated. First--I woke Kelly up at 5am. When she got up to let me out, I refused to go. Instead I kept pestering John until he woke up, too. Why wouldn't he want to make the most of the day. I'm pretty sure that he's thankful.

Next, I made Kelly take some cute pictures of me.

The last one is our group picture. I hope that John likes it!

Soon, I'll be taking him to one of my favorite places--the dog park. It should be a great day!

I hope that you all enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend~

Paws,

Ozzie

My Plan of Mass Destruction

2009-05-17T14:40:00.000-04:00

Hi Everyone,

It's true, Kelly was mad at me. She's "resting" today (no feety feets in the air--what's with that?). So I've snuck away to tell you all about it!

Here's what happened. For some reason two weeks ago John decided that I didn't need to use the kennel any more. He said it was an "experiment." Just so you know. . .this was one of the happiest days of my life!!

So I had 1 day of complete and glorious freedom. He came home and said everything went fine. On the 7th day--I decided to see exactly what "fine" means. John's definition of fine and my definition turned out to be different. Ooopps!

So here's the list of things I've learned are "not fine."

#1. I ate Kelly's shoe. It was like 13 years old or something anyway--so who cares??? That's like 100 in Sibe years!

#2. I chewed on the wooden arms of Kelly's armchair. Now someone (and I'm not naming any names--but--ehem--it is Kelly's chair) chewed on the feet of this chair. So--I just kinda thought it might be OK.

#3. I ate one of the spindles of our staircase. Just cause I could. .

#4. I ate some tissue.

When John came home, this is what he found:

Kelly, was away on a work trip. So I also decided to pee on her side of the bed, just for effect!

When she came back home, I decided to poop on the floor by her side of the bed. Just to let her know that I didn't appreciate her being gone. This seemed to do the trick, because she stayed home all week! I think she's trying to make up with me, don't you think?

The one bad thing. . which I guess I didn't quite think out in my planning, was the fact that the "experiment" is over. I am back in the kennel when Kelly and John are gone. Bummer!

On another note--I had a fabulous hunting day, Friday! I killed and ate a bumble bee, a wolf spider and a dryer sheet. Yummy!!

Here's a picture from a couple of months ago--ladies. . anyone looking for a "bad" boy!

P.S. AND Kelly just tried to feed me something she called "green beans" and they are gross! yuck! I need to go cleanse my mouth with another spider!

Update and Award

2009-05-09T10:42:00.003-04:00

Hello Everyone,

I've been really busy working on my Hula application by destroying things at my house. Pictures and details to follow in a later post.

Today, I'd like to get caught up on my special Kreativ Blogger Award that I received from MrSippi, Mama, Thor and Marco Polo. Thank you guys so much! I feel very special.

I'm supposed to list 6 things that make me happy, and 6 blogs I want to receive this award.

Happy List

1. Baby possums falling from the sky!

2. Low flying bumble bees.

3. When I get to play with other dogs (dog park & Dief). I really like female huskies!

4. Retrieving the Kong Wubba exactly three times (nothing more and nothing less)

5. Sleeping with my feety-feets in the air.

6. Running free at the golf course (which I haven't done lately because John said something about my small prey drive and snakes--see my hunting log for details.)

6 Recipients--Hmmmmm. . .I think a lot of woo may have already received this award. If you haven't received it yet, then please pass it along.

Oh. . and I'm pretty sure that Kelly is mad at me. More on that later!

Paws,
Ozzie

My Hunting Trip

2009-05-01T21:41:00.005-04:00

This week I took a hunting trip in my back yard.

ALERT!!! Some of the following information may be too graphic in nature for young pups. I've rated it PG (Puppy Guidance) 8 months.

Hunting Log

Monday: Kelly came running outside when she saw me barking at the ground. Little did she know that I had cornered a ferocious possum. Well. .it was a baby possum, but it was still ferocious. What does a Siberian do when they see a possum--KILL , KILL, KILL!!!!!! (Sorry, Kelly). Kelly wanted me to "come" for some reason and "drop it." I pretty much ignored her and ran around the yard with it in my mouth.

After I had run all over the yard and showed my prize to all my neighbor dogs, Kelly and I both looked up. We discovered that the Mother Possum was up in a tree and that her pouch was filled with delicious babies. For some reason, Kelly grabbed me and PICKED ME UP! We had to spend the rest of the day inside. Total bummer!

Wednesday: Deep in the jungle of fescue grass, guess what I found? A big mean lizard. It was about 4 inches long. Can you believe how huge it was? I killed it. It kind of tasted gross--so I didn't eat it.

Friday Morning: 6:00 am. I was out looking for birds and squirrels--instead I found a bee. I killed it too! Raaar!

The bee body and the possum body are gone--but I still have the lizard. I'm hoping that Kelly and John will let me keep it.

In fierceness,

Ozzie

P.S. I received a very cool award recently and I PROMISE that I will post it soon. I might also share the secret that Dief told me. Shhhhh! Don't tell her I'm thinking about it!

More Play Date Pics!

2009-04-28T21:21:00.003-04:00

Hello there! Here are some more pictures of my play date with my sis Dief. Film can't capture how fierce and tough we are--but here's a good sampling.

This is me starting to do my vampire pose. Notice that Dief doesn't even know what's coming. I'm so sneaky!

This is my full vampire impression. Dief still doesn't know what's coming--or she doesn't care. Hmmm. . . .

Notice how Dief's whole ear is gone. Dief--I haven't found your ear yet in my yard. When I find it I'll send it back!

Ear nibbles! This is probably how her ear went missing.

Here we are sharing a refreshing drink. Yummy!

Here's Dief's vampire pose. Pretty good, huh?

Diefy, I'm going to get you . . .

Is there any food nearby? We're hungry!

This was such an awesome day. I hope we can do it again, soon!

Paws and Kisses,

Ozzie

Play Date with Dief!

2009-04-27T08:38:00.006-04:00

Hi Everyone,

I had the best surprise yesterday. Guess who came to see me? It was Dief and her mommy Cate.

Can you tell that we are related? Look at our tongues!

This is Dief telling me a secret. I promise I won't tell anyone Dief!

This is what Dief looks like up close and personal.

More to come later!

Ozzie

The Hottest Day of My Entire Life!

2009-04-23T16:10:00.008-04:00

So it turns out that I have made a VERY BIG MISTAKE. When I was researching my new human household I spent a lot of time in search of Male May 1973 Sleeping Model. Some of you may remember this. He IS the comfiest model out there for naps.

Well, I also researched where John and Kelly lived. They said "Georgia" and I thought--Cool--Georgia, like right over there next to Russia and Siberia, my native lands.

Here's a picture for those of you other Sibes out there who might be a little homesick!

Today it is nearly 85 degrees and I have just discovered that they live in the OTHER GEORGIA!!! The horror! I am nowhere near Siberia and apparently it is going to get a lot hotter. This is how I have spent my day.

Yes, I have been keeping cool by holding up the walls in the kitchen and snuggling with my goose stuffie.

I hope that this heat wave will pass soon!

Ozzie

Why I love to Blog

2009-04-19T14:19:00.004-04:00

I just got this lovely gift from your friend and mine, Huffle, explorer cat from down unda. She is such a sweetie for bestowing upon me this awesome present and I want to give a great big crazy tongue her way. She is most deserving of Husky kisses from this sexy beast (Khady Lynn, you too by the way!-drool!)

*As a dedication for those who love blogging activity and love to encourage friendships through blogging.
*To seek the reason why we all love blogging.
*Put the award in one post as soon as you receive it.
*Don’t forget to mention the person who gives you the award.
*Answer the Award’s question by writing the reason why you love blogging.
*Tag and distribute the Award to as many people as you like.
*Don’t forget to notify the Award receivers and put their links in your post.

This is the part where I talk about why I love blogging.

1. First and most importantly, I have met such wonderful fuzzy friends from all places around this big ole world. I would be just a lonely Husky in the land of Georgia if not for this blog.

2. I get to share my very adventurous life with everyone that has met me and got to see what is going on in their life as well. Both of these are really cool. Does that count as 2 reasons? If so, I don't care. There are no rules in blog land except to be nice and get cookies.

3. I love to know that all of the other fuzzies I have met are just as goofy as me. Not only does that make me happy knowing that everyone else goes through the same strange experiences as I do, but it also lets me know just how weird everyone in the world really is.

4. I have met the most cutest husky pup in the great state of Nebraska Khady Lynn. She doesn't know it, but we were meant for each other.

5. I get to see how my sister Diefenbaker and Nanook(who finally made it to China because I haven't heard from him in almost half my life) are doing in their lives. I also get to see someone else who is more stained by the Georgia red clay than I am.

6. I get to share my experiences with my favorite hoomans John and Kelly. Because without them there is no telling where I would be or who with. They are such sweeties and love to pamper and spoil me. I know they miss Sabo, but I am glad they took me in. Love you two.

7. Everyone gets to tell me how cool my crazy tongue is and how awesome my zoomies are.

That's pretty much it!

I want to give this one to these friends:

I love all my bloggy friends. Each and everyone of you are so special to me, John, and Kelly.

Thanks for making us laugh, cry, and sit in wonder while sharing your fuzzy lives with us.

Keep on blogging!!!!

Ozzie

Yard Update and My Tongue

2009-04-17T19:00:00.003-04:00

Hi Everyone,

So you know how I have been complaining about my yard. Well, maybe all of John's hard work hasn't totally destroyed it. John stayed home today and showed me his master plan. While he went, "blah, blah, blah," I did zoomies! Notice my awesome tongue action.

Have a great night!

Ozzie

Hope your Easter is Better Than Mine!

2009-04-12T13:43:00.006-04:00

Here are at Ozzie headquarters we'd like to wish you a Happy Easter! Smiles and Paws.

Now, on to the important business of my complaining.

So far my day has been pretty much a drag.

Kelly is cooking some kind of meat in the oven for like 12 hours and it smells really good and I'm pretty sure that I can't have it. She's says it's a recipe from Paula Deen. Humphf!

Next up---John has been outside ruining my landscaping efforts. He won't let me outside to investigate, but I am pretty sure that my pond is GONE! The grass is short and all of my toys have been moved onto the deck. The horror!

AND. . do you see this.
This looks like the coolest stuffie in the world, right? I think so too. Well, it has been sitting on top of the TV all week. I was pretty sure that I was going to get it today as my big Easter present. So far. .no luck. What's a guy got to do around here to get some love!

No bunnies, no goodies, landscaping ruined! I'm going to plot out my revenge. . .

Hmmmmph!

Ozzie

Crazy Tongue

2009-04-09T21:32:00.004-04:00

Hi Everyone,

It's crazy tongue. . . More to come as I develop my crazy tongue skills.

Paws,

Ozzie

Wednesday and Wordless

2009-04-08T08:43:00.004-04:00

Paws & Fuzz,

Ozzie

Awards and Extreme Landscaping Part II

2009-03-28T18:51:00.008-04:00

Hello Everyone,

I'm sorry that I have not been blogging very much lately. Kelly has experienced some drama at work and has been spending too much time talking to John about the drama and visiting the beer fountain in our basement.

Today, I was finally able to pull her away from all of that so that I could update you on my projects

Some of you may wonder--why a landscaping project? My answer--Why not?

Here's what I am working on.

I think I might make it into a fish pond. What do you think? I mean--does this look like the yard of someone with a degree in agriculture? I think not. John may actually be an imposter!!

I also want to say thank my friends so much for these wonderful awards! As always, I will display them with pride.

Thank you Tula.

Thank you Huffle.

Feel free to pass these awards along if you like them. They both are color-coordinated in yellow. This is currently my favorite color because it reminds me of BEES!!!

Paws,

Ozzie

Extreme Landscaping

2009-03-27T20:03:00.004-04:00

Hi Everyone!
I just wanted to share with you some of my awesomeness. It has been raining here in Georgia. I'm talking ALL DAY LONG kind of rain. This has meant great things for my landscaping project. I have completely uprooted a bush and dug a hole where it once grew! This hole is now filled with a lot of water that is fun to jump around in.

And guess what? Kelly says it is going to rain for 2 more days. Yippie!!!!

Notice how I am using my special Husky Super-Powers to get Kelly and John to open the door! Do it! Do it now!!!!!!

Enjoy your weekend!

Ozzie

My Obsession and Other Stuff

2009-03-25T16:23:00.005-04:00

Hi Everyone,

It's a rainy day here in Georgia. John and Kelly haven't been keeping up with my landscaping--so I look like this.

In other news, I am obsessed. There is only one thing that I have been thinking about lately. Do you know what it is?

1st hint--It is yellow and black

2nd hint--It flies

3rd hint--It is in the flowering bushes around my house.

Can woo guess what it is? Do woo have them in your flowering bushes at your house

Bees! I am going to eat all of the bees around our house. I just thought I would let you know. In case you were wondering .

In other news. I performed another de-stuffing surgery yesterday. It was a complete success.

Yes--I de-stuffed Cinnabear. I got him for Christmas and decided that he needed some Ozzie-suction. He's doing fine now. . in the rain. . in my back yard.

Last, but not least, I did want to give you an update on my poodle leg. As you can see my bewootiful fur is growing back quite nicely. I think that the poodle leg will be out fashion for the Spring season. I've heard that bees are in!

Paws,

Ozzie

Puppy Yoga

2009-03-13T11:46:00.008-04:00

Hello Everyone,

After my "Honest Scrap" post I know that I need to update some videos. "Crazy tongue" and "Kill the broom" are coming soon. Kelly says that she is too busy to try to figure that out today. She says she'll do it over the weekend. How do we get these humans to stop procrastinating?

I noticed that Jack of Cyber-Sibes demonstrated some pretty advanced Yoga poses today. That looks so cool! I can't wait until I can figure out those difficult poses. (BTW--Kelly REALLY likes your St. Patrick's day theme.)

In the mean time, I've been practicing Puppy Yoga in my back yard. Here's some neck stretches that you can try if you are a yoga beginner, like me.

1st--Find a comfortable starting position. I like to exercise outside with my bone nearby.

Next--stretch all the way to the right. . .

Then all the way to the left. . . Don't go too far or you might have muscle strain.

Then, return to starting position.

Smile, you are done with your exercises for the day.

I know that Yoga can be pretty tough, so if you need any extra help with these moves, please let me know. I can help you for a small fee of kibble or cookies.

Happy Friday!

Paws,

Ozzie

Honest Scrap and Yummy Siberian-Mexican Food

2009-03-08T19:55:00.008-04:00

Hi Everyone,

I am so happy because my staples (yes, can you believe that I had staples in me??) are gone. Hooray! I've also been given an award from the Tula monster. Thank you so much for this award. Tula had some good responses-I hope mine can live up to the award. 10 honest things, huh?

1. In my spare time, I am a Mexican chef. My specialty is the chimichanga. Recipe: chew up a rawhide about half way. Then take it outside and let it marinate under the leaves for 4-6 hours. If you can find it, then viola! Siberian Chimichanga. Sooooo delicious.

2. This is a BIG secret. Shhhhh. . .I actually kind of like my pop-up kennel. It is maroon and gray and I actually took a nap in it today. Do NOT tell Kelly and John. That would spoil my plan.

3. I snore and sleep with my feet in the air. See picture:

4. I think that shake, laydown, and pounce should all be the same command. I use them interchangeably. I like to keep things fresh.

5. I LOVE to attack both the broom and the vacuum. I think I drew blood on the broom today. If Kelly can ever figure out how to post videos this one should be pretty good.

6. I love female dogs that are my size. They are my best play friends at the dog park.

7. I MUST follow John everywhere around the house. Oh. . he's going to get some socks right now upstairs. . I'll be right back.

8. I have crazy tongue sometimes. Don't ask. . .

9. I like the vet! When I saw that we were going there last Saturday I let out a little cheer from the back seat of the car.

10. I LOVE to get into the shower. John and Kelly have fallen one too many times for my special Siberian charms. . . so they have started to close the bathroom door. When I can get into the bathroom then I love to stick my head in the shower curtain and get wet! It is soooo much fun.

11. Yes, I'm throwing in an extra one! I have a sis named Dief who has her own blog. So that means that I am tagging you, Dief! I hope that I can see you in a few weeks once I am 100% .

Ozzie

My Snow

2009-03-04T20:34:00.006-05:00

Hi everyone,

On Sunday I had the first snowfall of my lifetime. While everyone else in other parts of Atlanta received 4 inches of snow, here in Woodstock we got . . . A DUSTING! That's it! (Well, I guess for my first snowfall I can't complain too much.)

Of course I am on a "restricted zoomies" routine right now due to my recent body parts robbery. So pretty much all I did was eat the snow. Notice I still have "poodle leg" from my parts robbery! I wonder if it was poodles who robbed me? Hmmm. . .

P.S. Kelly's eye is OK. Thank goodness!! I was kind of worried that I might actually have hurt her a little bit. These humans are awfully fragile aren't they!

Paws,

Ozzie

I've Been Robbed!

2009-02-26T12:45:00.005-05:00

This is has been a crazy 24 hours.

Yesterday, I went to the vet. I like the vet because I usually get to see Colleen. She has 2 huskies and she thinks that I am awesome. .so I love to give her kisses. So that part was cool.

Well, the next thing you know it's like 4 hours later and I'm in a crate. I don't remember what happend at all. And. .listen to this, (Warning--if you are sqeemish, you may want to stop reading here) I started checking things out in the crate and I was horrified to find that my arm was shaved in some odd poodle cut. The HORROR!

Then I started checking out my woo woo (you know--the special Ozzie privates area) and it was shaved!!! What kind of strange thing is going on here? I hate to say this because some of you might get really scared. .but it looks like I have some holes in my abdomen.

I'm convinced that someone has stolen some vital body parts and they are trying to sell them in Europe or Mexico.

If you find my missing body parts can you please return them to me. They might be important.

Oh--and I also scratched Kelly's eyeball on Monday morning when I was trying to wake her up. She had to go to the doctor to get anibiotic eye drops. I think she's OK. Sorry, Kelly. . you should have been up already!

A little nervous,

Ozzie

My Cool Hike

2009-02-22T17:03:00.007-05:00

Hi Everyone,

So let me just go ahead and get it out of the way. . .I got kicked out of doggie daycare and boarding last weekend. Supposedly, I bit this other dog's ear and sprayed on the wall of this lady's house. I may have bit Romo on the ear. But I really didn't spray anywhere! I've never ever lifted my leg--but the dog sitter lady swears up and down that she saw me do it. And she swears that I was trying to spray ON another dog. I'm not that messed up! Anyway, that is why last weekend stunk.

Onward and upward to the cool hike that I had today. I told John and Kelly that I wanted to do some cool A04 kind of activities and this is what happened.

First, we went to the Georgia Ocean. I know, the A04 discovered the Kansas Ocean. John and Kelly thought that I might like to see the Georgia Ocean--around here they call it Lake Allatoona. Notice, I'm really more interested in snootering than vistas.

From there we did some more A04 stuff and saw some patriotic statues. Lake Allatoona is a Civil War battleground site--so there was a lot of stuff to stop and read.

Me, stopping for a water break.

Checking everything out.

And another water break. Khyra--notice the position of my back paws. I worked hard, here. Stability in front---style in the back.

What an awesome day! I look forward to more hikes really soon. .hint, hint John and Kelly.

Paws,

Ozzie

Shhhhh. .my big secret

2009-02-17T08:37:00.003-05:00

I had a terrible weekend which I will tell you all about later.

Instead, I have some very exciting news. I need for each of you to stop wooing for just a few seconds and get very quiet so that I can say this in a whisper. You must also promise NOT to tell John. If John finds out then I am going to be in big trouble and it will probably never happen again. If you can't keep a secret, then you had better stop reading right here.

Alright everyone else, are your ears touching the screen? Have you stopped wooing? OK. Here it goes:

I slept in "the bed" last night!!!!!!

Oh my goodness it was soooooo comfy! Usually I sleep in the dreaded crate. I hate the crate with a passion. I like to demonstrate this all night long by adjusting and heaving my whole body against the crate throughout the night. This results in loud clanging noises that wake John up. (Kelly can sleep through anything!) Sometimes I jangle around so much that the crate gets some air. . .OK. . maybe it doesn't get air, but it sounds like it's flying. Last night I added in some howling and whining and guess what? Kelly broke down and let me up in the magical giant crate called "the bed."

John has escaped again. . but Kelly says she knows where he is and that he will becoming back soon. In the mean time, I'm planning another complete meltdown tonight so that I can get in the bed again. Wish me luck!

zzzzzz,
Ozzie

Back to Normal

2009-02-11T11:01:00.004-05:00

I am happy to say that John hasn't escaped at all the past few days. So I am very relieved. The Thundering Herd was right on track. (With 6 Siberian brains. . you guys were sure to know.)

Apparently he was found in New Orleans on Jackson Square begging for shrimp. That is three states away from Georgia! I can't even imagine how traumatic this must have been for him.

Here I am back in my favorite resting place:

PS. 2 things: #1. I was stress eating while he was gone. I now way 42 lbs., #2. I graduated from obedience school. I have a diploma and everything! Kelly says she'll hang it in my office if I want her to. I'm thinking about it. . .

Paws,

Ozzie, OTG (Obedience Training Graduate)

The Mystery Continues

2009-02-09T14:41:00.005-05:00

John's back!!! Hoooray!

As far as I can tell, here's what happened. John left last Tuesday. Then someone must have found John wandering around on the road or begging for food or something because Kelly left on Friday to go get him. Then they both came back together on Sunday. It took nearly 2 days for Kelly to get him--so he must have made it pretty far. I've read that sometimes us sibes can run about 100 miles in one day. But John is kind of slow. . so I don't get it.

Anyway, no one is really telling me very much about what happened. I just went through the camera and this is what I found. I'm totally stumped!!

Does anyone recognize this location? Is this Disney World? If so, I don't think that I'll ever forgive John for going to Disney World without me.

The only other clue that I've heard is something about "beads" and "hurricanes." I don't know what either of these things are--but apparently they are both now off-limits to John.

Deep in research,

Ozzie

Missing Human--Please Help!

2009-02-05T21:56:00.003-05:00

Please help! John appears to be missing. He escaped out of the garage on Tuesday afternoon. I don't know what happened. I just turned my back for one second and he was gone. I've been looking for him everywhere and I can't find him.

If you find a human male, May, 1973 model with brown hair and blue eyes; please point him back in the direction of the greater Atlanta area.

I'm very worried because it is cold outside. Even though he does have a lot of extra "cushioning" he is basically furless--so he won't last long out there on his own.

I am offering a small reward of treats to anyone with information about where he might be.

Wooooooooooing and wooooooing until he hears me,

Ozzie

The Dog Park Rocked!

2009-01-31T17:42:00.009-05:00

I can barely stay awake right now. . but I wanted to share this with you while the details are fresh in my mind.

I went to the Husky/Mal play date at the dog park today. There were pointy ears everywhere! I met so many new friends. There was a husky that was totally blind--he kept growling at me when I snuck up on him. There was also a husky who looked just like me. At first I thought I saw Ammy. It turned out to be my new girlfriend Natasha. I'll just come right out and say it: Natasha was hot for me. I know you don't believe me. . so I made Kelly take some pictures to prove it. You'll have to bear with us, because as we all know, Kelly needs some help with her photo taking skills.

Here's one of my new friends sharing a water break with me.

This is Blitz. Don't you think he looks like me?

Natasha, my girlfriend. She doesn't know it yet. .but she likes me. I kept seducing her with my Ozzie ways and she just grumbled back. I know that's her special way of saying that she's into me.

See, here she is checking out my rumpus. Nice stuff! I was so flattered that my ears curled.

Here I am resting after a long play session. I totally scored and found the bench with the free gin and tonics.

Here I am, ready to go home after a big helping of gin and tonic.

I'm about to crash hard! I need to rest up for puppy-bowl tomorrow. Kelly made a video which I'll make her post later.

Paws, aroos, woos and fuzz,

Ozzie

I'm over it!

2009-01-30T15:48:00.007-05:00

Big Aruus and Woos!

Yes, indeed I'm back to my happy self today. I'm over the incident with Quinn the Westie. I've decided to save my letter to Ceasar and Dr. Phil for some other time when I really, really need it.

It's sunny. It's 48 degrees. AND I have finally lost all of my puppy teeth. I have wanted to nibble on EVERYTHING today. And I've come pretty close to success in this area.

Oh. . and I'm also digging for a chipmunk. I can smell that he has been around our deck. I just haven't found him yet. Here's some pictures of me after my digging. Pretty nice work, huh?

Oh Mr. Chipmunk. . where are you?

Hope you all have a great weekend! I'm sure I'll be watching the super-puppy bowl on Sunday.

Ozzie

Reasons Why I'm Grumpy

2009-01-28T13:34:00.008-05:00

I am having a bad day today and I am grumpy. Here are the reasons why:

1. It has been raining all day today. No snow. No ice. But Rain.

2. I went to my obedience class last night and the trainer's dog attacked me. "Quinn" is a 2 year old Westie. I was VERY nice to him and he charged at my face. Yes, AT MY FACE! Can you believe it???!!!!

3. At obedience class last night we learned how to sit, down and stay on a spot. I don't like doing this. Actually, I'm pretty sure that none of the participants in the class liked this activity. There was a lot of squealing and squeaking. I couldn't concentrate.

4. I don't want to practice sit, down and stay on spot today--but Kelly keeps trying to make me. I don't mind sit and down--but stay is a pain in the neck. So I'm just refusing to do it!

Instead, I'm resting in the kitchen in my new favorite place.

Thank GOODNESS that next week is my last week of obedience class. I'm going to write letters to Cesar Milan and Dr. Phil to see if they can help Quinn with his aggression issues.

Hummpf,

Ozzie

Happy Year of the Oz!

2009-01-25T12:34:00.010-05:00

So today I read that it is the Chinese New Year. I hope this means extra treats! (I'm keeping my paws crossed for a sampling of Dumplings, Kung-Pao Chicken and Mu Shoo Pork.)

The Chinese have this special zodiac thingy based off of the year that you were born. This year is the year of the Oz. Pretty cool, huh? I keep reading "Year of the Ox" all over the internet. Can you believe that there were so many mistakes? This is what happens when we rely on spell-check!!

I was born last year (2008) so that means that Dief and I are both "Rats."

Well, according to this link it means that I have the 1st and most prominent place in the Zodiac. I like that! It also says that I am charming--but I have the tendency to become aggressive. Hmmmm. . I prefer to call it "determined."

It also says that I am compatible with people born in the year of the Oz. This is a good thing because both Kelly and John were born in 1973--and they are Ox--er, um Oz. They are #2 in the Zodiac. This just confirms my thoughts that I am indeed the leader around here! Thank you ancient Chinese wisdom.

Happy Year of the OZ (or Ox. . whatever you want to call it) folks!

Waiting for pork products. . .

Ozzie

P.S. Huffle, are you watching the Australian Open Tennis match? I love to watch the ball go back and forth.

Husky Malamute Play Date

2009-01-24T10:23:00.002-05:00

I saw this on Craigslist and wanted to let anyone else in the area know about it.

I know I am going to get J & K to go.

Here's the post:

Do you have a husky or malamute??

Well so do we, and we want to get together. We are having a play date, come hang out with us on Sat. Jan 31, 2009 @ 1:30.

We are meeting at the Pinckneyville Dog Park.

Address: 4758 S Old Peachtree Road, Norcross, GA 30071

Easy to get to from I-85 & Pechtree Ind. Blvd. FROM GWINNETT PLACE MALL & I-85 Go West on Pleasant Hill Road from I-85 Turn left on Old Norcross Road (traffic light). Turn right on Simpson Circle (traffic light) go across Buford Highway and the railroad tracks. Turn left on South Old Peachtree Road (traffic light). Pinckneyville Park will be on left, less than 1 mile (across from soccer complex).

If it rains, we will reschedule. I will post a new date on Sat morning if it is raining.

Please e-mail me with any questions, and if you are going to make it. Just so we have an idea. What to bring? They have turned off the water for winter at the park, so please bring water! They will drink from everyone bowls, but we do need to have enough. Please bring bags to clean up after you dogs, also if you have extras please bring those too! Don't bring anything that you are not ok with all the dogs playing with, and/or eating. This includes children...just kidding =) Feel free to bring any other furbabies with you as well!!

Am I a Super-Hero Husky?

2009-01-21T18:14:00.010-05:00

There are only two things to explain what's been happening to me lately:

Option #1. I have static electricity on my fur.

-or-

Option #2. I am a super-hero Siberian husky.

I have been creating sparks all over the house for the past few weeks. I think it is because I am developing super-hero powers!!!! John told me that sometimes at night he looks over into my crate and it looks like lightning. Wow!

Other reasons I might be a super-hero husky:

I also can fly through the air (a little bit). I have a costume (my blue sweater). I rescue Kelly all of the time. (She was doing deadly sit-ups on the floor today and I came over and saved her by licking her face all over until she stopped. Whew! That was a close call.)

The question is, when will I be able to harness my powers so that I can save the universe and destroy my evil crate?

Ozzie

P.S.--No snow for me, but I did get a present from the tooth fairy. Can anyone say Kong Wubba? Yippie!!!

My New Career

2009-01-18T09:38:00.009-05:00

I've decided that this whole "golf course worker" thing is not for me. It is too cold, too wet and I don't make very much kibble. I've been doing some research on Salary.com and I've decided that I have the skills to be a plastic surgeon.

I've been practicing all week. I have successfully performed liposuction and/or complete organ (squeeky) removal on the following squeekies: Starman, Elephant and Loofah. Here's a picture of me deep in surgery with Starman.

Nurse. . .I need a 5 pt. blade--stat.

We need more suction!

I was performing this surgery for hours! I've learned how to take it all out--but I need some assistance in the reconstruction process.

I'm currently accepting resumes for anyone interested in the surgical reconstruction process. References and photos suggested.

Ozzie--Pre-Med

My Christmas Sweater

2009-01-15T16:30:00.010-05:00

Happy Thursday! I know that some of you have been enjoying sub-zero temperatures all winter. Well, here in Georgia it is FINALLY 3O degrees. That is REALLY cold for around here. Brrrrrrrwooo. Brrrwooooo. Brrrrwoooo.

This gave me a perfect opportunity to wear my Christmas sweater today on my walk. Some of you might wonder why a husky would need a sweater. Well, I'm kind of embarrassed about it. But if you have to know. . . I'm just not very fuzzy! The past few nights I've gone outside and come right back in to snuggle on Male May 1973 Model (aka John's lap.)

Can you keep a secret? I have actually been freezing! It feels like my ears are going to break off! How can you guys take it?

Here's me in my sweater in the back yard after the walk:

Do you think I'm weird?

Ozzie

PS. Wow! I just lost a molar while I was writing this post. That huuuuurrrt. Maybe I need to lay off the tenderizing for a few hours.

It Backfired--Literally

2009-01-12T12:03:00.004-05:00

One word for you and it rhymes with the lava mountain you will find in Hawaii: Pooh-cano.Pooped in the crate in hopes that it would be deemed too "dirty" and get destroyed. Saved up my pooh all day long and let loose a doozy last night in the middle of the night.

Plan backfired! Stayed up all night in my pooh infested crate crying. John and Kelly did not come to my rescue.

This morning I watched in horror as Kelly and John cleaned up the mess and said "poor Ozzie."

I've got a hint for them: THROW IT AWAY! I do not need a crate. I need a gas mask. ..

Nauseous and exhausted,

Ozzie

Perfect Sunday

2009-01-11T16:00:00.004-05:00

I am having the laziest Sunday ever! I guess that's what happens when you work so hard all week long. Here's what I've been doing.

This morning I hung out on my blanket and I watched the CBS Sunday Morning News. Then I watched Girls Next Door. That's the show with all of the bunnies and the guy in the pajamas. I thought it would just be pictures of bunnies in the tall grass--but it turns out that it is a show about these three really cute blondes who are Playboy bunnies. Kelly and John made me turn away from the TV during some spots. I guess I'm too young or something. I had to chew on my blanket to keep it together. . .

Then, I watched some quality football in my favorite spot of all: John's lap. May 1973 is sooooo comfy. I could just hang out here all day--and I just might.

Ahhh. . . this is so relaxing.

Yaaaawwwwnnnnn,

Ozzie

Working can be...well, WORK!

2009-01-10T10:58:00.009-05:00

Hey everyone!

Another work week has come and gone. Many of you showed great interest in my job and it sounded like some of you were considering a job in the golf industry. Well, it is fun but there is work involved as well. I can tell you it is exhausting. Here are some pics of me after a hard days work.

Making sure Kelly prepares the daily kill correctly...Hey, too much Paprika!

My main job is to chase John. I stay real close by because I don't really know my way around and the course is really big. He keeps me close by all the time and makes me ride in the cart anywhere there is anything dangerous like the road and the river. Usually I run around 2-3 miles in the morning and 2-3 in the afternoon. This keeps me in great shape. All the while, I am keeping my keen eyes peeled for the evil blue heron(his poop is like acid to the grass), watch for geese(their poop tastes GREAT! Did I just say that out loud?), the ditches (which I became familiar with in my early days-stinky and wet!), and the red tailed hawks (these might want to eat me!). I also have to scour the tall grass for small rodents (since the lame, lazy, fat, poofy, orange kitty Marmalade won't do it-I guess he just works for fat). I didn't find any this past week but I will snoot my way through every bunch of that tall stuff. (I think it is Fescue AO4-I know you are keeping up on your grasses.)

Let me finally get to the juicy part! We got buckets of rain on Tuesday! John said around 4 inches. The river was sooooo high that the whole golf course was drenched! John was driving through water so deep that I had to get up in the cart most of the time. When we got close to the river, he got real scared for me and held on real tight! The river was raging and had come over the tops of the bridges. He said it was about 14 feet. Usually I can go get real close but not today! It was way too dangerous.

I got so wet and stinky. John never got out of the cart, but I made sure he get real wet and stinky too. I got to help put sandbags out and then it was back to the office for some quality paperwork time. I like this part as I get to make sure my Kong is still working and check out the carpet under John's desk to make sure it is still functioning properly.

This is pretty much my job. That and some good PR work. John says everyone forgets that he is the guy they are supposed to complain to when I am around. He always asks the members about the course, and they always reply about how cute I am, or something about my size. So I guess as long as I continue to be cute and grow (and stop stealing people's balls-including the superintendent of Augusta-oops!), John will keep his job. I will continue to monitor green speeds and make sure the bunkers meet my standards (especially right after they are raked!). I also need to learn to speak Spanish (the cat only speaks Spanish-strange?). I am looking forward to the summer as I hear there is a cute beer cart girl and more rodents! Can't wait!

Enjoy!

PeeSSSS. John took some pictures of the golf course on his work camera and the poo face John (Huffle Trademarked phrase) forgot to bring it home. We will get these posted as soon as possible.

Me and Elephant dreaming of moles

How to Work at the Golf Course

2009-01-04T11:40:00.011-05:00

Happy New Year!

I know I promised everyone more pictures of my work at the golf course on Christmas Day. I figure that if I am going to share the pictures with you, I may as well give everyone a little bit of a primer on how to work at a golf course. With the economy and all. . .it might be a good way for my fellow doggie buddies to earn some extra kibble.

First off, you must first convince the folks in charge to give you an interview. They are usually a bunch of "breedists" hiring only labs and border collies. Luckily, I have an in with the superintendent--that's John. If you do get an interview use your inside voice and try to keep the wooing to a minimum. Apparently they like it really quiet out here.

Step 1. Look for moles, mice or other small rodents in the tall grass. Eat them if you can. When someone notices a tail hanging out of your mouth (drats) run away really fast while you try your hardest to swallow the small animal whole. I was able to do this at the ripe old age of 3 months--so most of you should have it down without a problem.Step 2. Look for herons and geese on the greens. If they are there--chase after them. Their poop is deadly to the grass. What John doesn't know is that their poop is quite fragrant--so get a good whif in if you find any. Do NOT--I repeat DO NOT poop on the greens yourself. This will get you fired immediately.

Step 3. Check that the water fountains work. This is me demonstrating that the water is not only working, but is also a delicious and healthy alternative to other beverages consumed on the course. I'm working--so I am only allowed 1 drink.

I hope that these tips will help you during your interview. Remember dress for success--so groom heavily the night before!

Ozzie

P.S.--(In my inside voice) I got the job and I start work tomorrow! I'll be working all week. Don't tell John, but what did get myself into?

My Year in Review

2008-12-30T11:19:00.001-05:00

Can you believe that the year is almost over? I'm in complete denial. I've decided to dazzle everyone with a summary of my big events of the year. Just in case you missed them.

August 2008--I know what you are thinking. . .the biggest news of August was that 2 guys in north Georgia found Bigfoot. Yes, I was very scared because that's close to my house!

Well, it was also the month of my birth. When I look back through the headlines, though, it's all about a guy named Michael Phelps who competed in some big international agility contest. He isn't even a husky. Where's the love, America!

September 2008--Getting bigger. . . A whole bunch of political mumbo-jumbo on my TV. That was some good TV to sleep to.

October 2008--Found Kelly and John and seduced them with my sneaky husky powers. This is my first picture at our house. . .

November 2008--Fall was cool. I got to eat lots of leaves (my favorite!) Kelly's parents came for Thanksgiving. Gentle Leader (yuck). Presidential Election. This is me looking maverick-y.

December 2008--Santa Claus actually came to my house!!!! AND I got to play with my sis Dief at her house. That was the BEST.

We'll that's a pretty big year, huh? I hope that your year was as interesting as mine. I hear that there are some other months involved in a typical year. Next year I'll find out.

Here's to a great 2009!

P.S. Please take part in my poll.

Feeling old,

Ozzie

Best Make and Model for Sleeping

2008-12-28T19:09:00.011-05:00

Some of you have commented on the pictures of me sleeping in John's lap. This is not a coincidence. . I ACTUALLY PLANNED IT. While most of my litter mates (except Dief of course) were busy frolicking around and pooping, I was doing research.

Lean in really close to the computer because I have something special to say. . and I have to say it in my inside voice. Are you really close? Are your ears almost touching the monitor?

Ok, good. Here it goes. . .

The Male May 1973 model of human is the comfiest model ever built for sleeping. You must seek out and find one immediately. When people came to my house adopting my litter mates I waited patiently for the Male May 1973 model. When I found one, I tested it out by sleeping in his lap while he was signing a bunch of papers and talking about me. He was verrrry comfy. Then I tested the Female June 1973 model. Not as comfy--but OK. That's when I worked my special husky puppy powers. Who could resist this:

I highly recommend test-driving this model as soon as possible. If any of you can't find one, I would consider loaning mine out in exchange for some bones and kibble.

Paws,

Ozzie

Santa IS real. . but he goes by another name. . .

2008-12-26T14:14:00.009-05:00

It's true. Turns out that I really was more "nice" than "naughty."

Let me take you on a recap of my past few days. Kelly has had a cold, so I've had to take complete photographer duties.

Dec 24th.--Waiting. Fell asleep waiting on the couch in my favorite comfy spot.
Woke up later in the day to a package from the mail lady. There was a package that was labeled to Kelly and John but it turns out that it was really for me! Aunt Nazila and Uncle Dave sent me doggie cookies, a sweater and a reindeer. Completely color coordinated--Huffle, eat your heart out!
As these were my favorite presents, I've decided that Santa's real name is "Aunt Nazila." That works for me. Thank you so much Nazila and Dave for my presents!!!!

Dec 25th.--Kelly and John bought this for each other. . .hmmm. . interesting. They say it's because of me.
I got a few presents, here's the low down:

1. Cinnamon bear--Love it!
2. Leather leash--Not sure yet. .
3. These things. .whatever they are. . .
Well, John and Kelly don't know yet that those are mine.

4. A new fold able kennel....GREAT!!!

5. A bag of yummy beef treats which are supposedly for my 'training.'

In the afternoon Kelly and John cooked a whole bunch of food. Of course, I wasn't allowed to have any. But I DID get to go to the golf course to WORK. I LOVE working. Here's a picture of me helping dad inspect the grass. Does that look like grass to you, John? Looks like grass to me! Nice work!
I'll post more pictures of our working tomorrow!

I hope you are all enjoying a nice, mellow, Friday.

Waiting . . .

2008-12-24T09:27:00.007-05:00

Still no signs of presents. . .getting very worried. . .

I'm going to sit right here and wait. . .

Merry Christmas everyone!

Ozzie

Naughty??

2008-12-21T11:10:00.007-05:00

As a result of said 'Naughty or Nice' list apparently I've been "naughty" this year. Furthermore, I don't see any gifts for me around the house. John and Kelly have droves of gifts and not one for yours truly. They keep telling me that my 'presence' is enough of a present and that I should be thankful for just being in a wonderfully loving home. Yea, Yea, right, WHATEVER!!! Give me the goods! So I'm writing a letter to Santa to see if I can't get him to see the light.

Excerpts follow:

Dear Santa,

I hear that I am on your naughty list this year. I don't appreciate it! I think that you are chubby and that I should be tenderizing and exercising you and your elf friends. If you do not bring me presents I will plan on eating you in mid-March.

blah, blah, blah, opening paragraphs. . . .Here's the juicy part:

. . . .Furthermore, you should stop all shipment of presents to Kelly and John immediately. This is why:

1. Kelly is a terrible photographer. I am having to do all of her work for her. She deserves only a few nibbles and kisses.

2. I am forced to wear something they call the "gentle leader." After doing hours of research on the Discovery Channel and on the internet I am convinced that the "gentle leader" bears a resemblance to a medieval torture device currently on display at the Tower of London. I'm contacting the folks in Switzerland to see if they can't arrange an asylum visa for me. I'm looking forward to cheese, Roger Federer and a Swiss Miss.

3. The crate. I hate it! Need I say more.

Here are a few reasons why I deserve presents:

1. I'm cute.

2. I have been very good this morning.

3. I'm loosing my baby teeth and it hurts.

4. I do all their stupid tricks like sit, stay, call to 'come', and lay down. Heck, I even 'wait.'

5. I am growing exceptionally well and will soon need new fur as I am growing out of my current one.

Some misc. garbage about how I think Santa's a cool guy and how I'll promise to be good this year. . .whatever. . .

Do you think this is going to work? Is there any hope for me this year. . or am I doomed. If I am doomed can I just move in with you, Dief? It looks like you have a pretty good set up at your house. (Minus that nasty Echo fellow of course.)

Paws crossed,

Ozzie.

Mid-Week Update: Playtime with Dief

2008-12-17T19:44:00.007-05:00

I am doing a mid-week update because I simply cannot contain myself.

Sunday was the BEST DAY EVER! I got to play with my sister Dief. I haven't seen her since I was seven weeks old. I'm now almost 16 weeks old--so that is more than half of my life.

Here are some pictures for your viewing pleasure. Not so good! Luckily, Dief's mom Cate is an outstanding photographer so you'll want to check out her blog to actually get a good idea of what happened. I can't be too angry at Kelly about this one. What can I say. . .Dief and I were running around really, really fast. I'm surprised that anyone could even see us!

I know. . we're really fast. We must be related.

This is us doing our "Call of the Wild" pose. Dief is on the left, I'm on the right. Don't we look fierce.

Here we go, finally a decent shot. I'm trying to entice Dief with my nibbles. This usually works with all of the ladies. . Come to me Dief. . come closer to my nibbly mouth. I want to chomp on your furry face. . .Ooops. Sorry, I'm getting carried away. She was soooo tasty!!!!

Thank you Dief for playing with me and thank's Cate for letting me come over. I hope you can come to my house soon!

BIG ARRRUUUUUUUUs

Ozzie

2008-12-15T19:45:00.005-05:00

Thank's Khyra! She was so nice to give me this lovely award. I feel especially loved to recieve it. This is my first award and it means everything to me. I want to pass it on to others that have influenced me to be a better (and sometimes slightly naughtier) pup. You all are very important to me and I love to talk to you every day. Stay fuzzy!

"This blog invests and believes the PROXIMITY - nearness in space, time and relationships! These blogs are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in prizes or self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give more attention to these writers! Deliver this award to eight bloggers who must choose eight more and include this cleverly-written text into the body of their award."

The following fuzzies also get this awesome award:

My wonderful sister DIEF!

My missing brother Nanook

The Army of Four All of you are very inspirational

The Qween: Meeshka You always make me giggle

Addie who is also growing up as a puppy

The Daily Echo because we all need to know as much as we can about squirrels underpants

The Thundering Herd because there are just so many of them and they are all so cute

And of course the undeniable Huffle who amongst other things has the neverending need for ham!

Thank you all and others too who have helped me and my humans through these crazy times!

Ozzie