Yet Another Hike and Breakfast

The weather was absolutely beautiful over the weekend so we headed out for another hike. Domino is getting to know the trail pretty well, and is becoming less cautious than when we first started. He even chased a bunny, but we were able to get him to stop with the "leave it" command. Good job Domino! After our hike we went out to breakfast, and Domino made friends with our very nice server.

 Excited to be on another hike

 Happy to have reached the flag and stop for water

 Waiting for our food

 Gratuitous food pic for my friends that love pictures of food...

Letting the friendly server give him an ear scratch

Domino Meets Nick the Horse!

I took Domino to the stables to meet Carly's horse Nick. Domino was very well behaved around the horses. I picked him up for a quick photo op - and he was relaxed at first. Then Nick moved a tiny bit and Domino realized that he was next to a GIANT animal!

Domino Takes Another Hike

Domino and I took a hike with Brooke, Susan and Goliath. As you can see, hiking is a pretty regular weekend activity for me and Domino. It is a great way to let him exercise and encounter lots of different people and dogs. Domino absolutely loves to get out and hit the trails - and he had a lot of fun with his pal Goliath.

 Still pretty gloomy at the beach

 Headed up one of many hills

 Waiting for us to catch up

 Cruising with his Goliath

 Goliath grabbing some shade and Domino playing king of the hill

Domino, me, Brooke and Goliath (with Susan behind the camera)

Dress Up

Domino recently asked if he could try on Monty's Halloween costume. He was very well beehaved...

 Modeling in the hallway

 Monty checking out the costume

 Chewy giving Domino some tips on posing for the camera

The cutest bee in the backyard

Domino Says Happy Birthday

Domino's favorite hiking buddy has a birthday today. He wanted to wish her a very happy birthday, and Monty and Chewy wanted in on the action as well. Happy birthday Carly!!!

He wanted to smile but was afraid he would close his eyes

They had a hard time standing still

Finally got it! Happy birthday Carly!!!

Domino Meets Goliath

Domino made a new friend - sweet as can be chocolate lab Goliath. They had a great time on an early morning walk.  

 Waiting for Goliath to arrive

 Goliath the gentle giant

 Domino was unsure about the sprinklers

 Cruising along with his new pal

Happy boy

All done

Domino Meets Sunny the Cat!

Domino recently met David's cat Sunny. He played it pretty cool, and I think it is safe to say he would do great in a house with cats. He would probably prefer a canine brother or sister because he loves to play, but depending on the cat it could be a great match.

 Domino checking out Sunny through the screen door

Sunny was cautious at first

Sunny gets brave

 Getting acquainted

Sunny took up off the stairs after my camera spooked her (go figure - she wasn't scared of the dog) and Domino wanted to play some more!

Domino the Incredible Hiking Dog!

Domino went for another hike with Carly, Chris and me on Saturday. He saw lots of hikers and mountain bikers, and even a few road runners. Domino spent the majority of the hike running back and forth between the three of us. He was tuckered out from all of the extra running.

Towards the end - nice and tired

A gloomy view of Dana Point harbor - perfect hiking weather

Running up a steep hill with Carly

Waiting for Chris to come up the hill

Resting at the flag pole

Leading the way

Looking back to check on us


Urging us to go faster

Running to catch back up with Carly

Treats and a Belly Rub

We had an exciting Friday night. Domino made friends with Chris' brother David.

Getting treats with Monty and Chewy

Belly rub from David

Giving some good love to David

Reading Before Bed

Domino loves to be with people. This is a fairly typical evening for him. Curling up with a good book

He thought he might need reading glasses, but fortunately he doesn't

Getting in a snuggle before bedtime

Domino Goes Hiking!

Domino loves to hike. He is agile and he loves to scramble up rocks and smell all of the amazing scents. Domino even made a new friend on the hike. He met a mountain biker who gave him a treat!

Taking a treat from a stranger

He loves rock climbing!

He wasn't sure about the water - but he gamely went on the rocks!



Happy dog

Leading the way.

Bird watching