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The weather here in Iowa keeps changing course. From grass beginning to sprout during warm days to cold rain, you really can't plan any riding outside.
So today, Jupiter and I walked out to Griffin's paddock, planning simply to hang out with him. It's funny how when you bring home a new pet—or in this case, something larger—it's fun just to sit and look at them. Asking nothing of him, Jupiter and I just hung out with Griffin as he ate his hay in the light rain.
I noticed a sweet similarity between Jupiter and Griffin: even though Jupiter is small and Griffin is large, they're both very sensitive... and they're both black! Funny coincidence!
Grooming
As any of you with Poodles, or the new Doodle breeds, like Golden Doodles, know that your groomer becomes an integral part of your life.
My groomer has disappeared, and in this small town that is a tragedy of the first order. When Jupiter returns from the groomer, he adds a little class to the place. That, of course, is gone in short order with all the farm chores, walks in the timber, and wading in the pond.
At the end of March, Jupiter's winter coat was fully grown, and it had begun to mat if I didn't brush him daily. We walk so much in the woods that I am constantly pulling small sticks and burs out of his hair.
So, I finally took it into my own hands and brought out my ancient clippers. Of course, while I was setting up, Jupiter decided to go wading in the pond, so I could only shave his body, sadly leaving his legs, head and tail for another day! Here's how funny he looks. Poor guy! I dislike shaving him down, but boy did he enjoy the warm breezes on his skin.
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