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It's been a while since I've shared some of Jasper's escapades and I know Sally loves videos and photos ... we are well on our way to spring (and spring break!!!) and Jasper continues to be a quirky loving pooch!
First video is of her hunting / stalking kitties ... I love how she slowly lifts each paw as if the cats don't see her trying to be stealth like a ninja!
And spring means gophers!!! Jasper loves digging for gophers! I love how her big booty shakes ... she definitely has junk in the trunk! And in the first clip, you can see her nip at the grass like she knows she is not supposed to do.
I adore my little sidekick - muddy paws and nose and all! 🙂
However .. she's so weird about her tail. It's so full and bushy and she absolutely HATES when you touch it.. not pull, just touch ... like if you kind of let it flow through your fingers... she hates that. She goes to nip at you (but never does) or lick your hands ... I don't get it. Shelby wasn't weird about her tail but Jasper seems to take it as a personal assault if you touch that d@mn tail and it's so tempting since it is so full and bushy!!!
And her photo shoot from last weekend.... this dog knows how to pose and I love how each expression is completely different. It was windy and that's why her ears are way back...
Enjoy the sidekick!!! I know I do!
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
Ohhhhh Jasper Lily!!! You are the maker of smiles for us humans!!! ADORABLENESS!!!
YES! YES!! YES! We most certainly do enjoy this little sidekick of yours! And she's clearly enjoying being yiur sidekick!
She actually looks very dainty as she digs...strong, but dainty! Of course, having a pretty little girlie bow on as her accessory adds to her daintiness. Jasper, you really do have a spectacular precious booty! You seem to k ow how to flaunt it too!
And watching her s eak up on that cat...LMAO! I just love how she is trying to be soooo quiet, so "unseen".
Jasper really does look like she's "striking a pose" with a great deal of flair. She's just so darn cute. The wind really IS strong to blow those ears back!
ALWAYS love pictures and videos of Jasper Lily, as well as your descriptions!!
Thanks for the HUGE smiles today!!
Lots of love!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
PS. Jasper Lily, stay away from that California grass
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Lol! Adorable! Belles a digger too, it's the Terrier in her! I love the video with the kitty, very covert Jasper! Have fun Alison and Jasper! I'm leaving for Spring Break on Tiesday! I think I'm the oldest Spring Breaker ever!!!
Deb
I love these! JL has just blossomed since the two of you got together. How fun to see her come out of her shell.
Ollie stalks like that, but from inside the house. He thinks the squirrel won't see him come to the window if he goes very slowly. No more squirrel now, though. Ollie caught him last week and discovered that squirrels do NOT make durable squeaky toys.
Kathi and the Turbotail April Angel
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
I have to laugh, as big as my Zuzu is, she tries to daintily stalk squirrels much like Jasper and this kitty, and being blonde she surely cannot sneak up on anything, lol !! Jasper looks like a natural at sneaking up on anything that catches her eye 😄
I agree with Kathi, she and you have definitely settled into a very happy life together, she was absolutely meant to come to you.
Love and hugs,
Bonnie, Angel Polly, and my girls
murphsmom said
I love these! JL has just blossomed since the two of you got together. How fun to see her come out of her shell.Ollie stalks like that, but from inside the house. He thinks the squirrel won't see him come to the window if he goes very slowly. No more squirrel now, though. Ollie caught him last week and discovered that squirrels do NOT make durable squeaky toys.
Kathi and the Turbotail April Angel
Ollie caught a real squirrel?! OMG .. that is my worst fear that she would catch one some day... she tries so hard. Eek!!!
And yes.... she's a keeper ... I really love her. I love her little personality and how she continues to come out of her shell. Maybe one day when she's scared, she will run to me vs the closet... baby steps!
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
Hahahahah I love all those videos. Stalking the cat is the best. Mine stalk each other 🙂
Thank you for sharing your wonderful sidekick with us that Shelby picked out for you
xoxoxox
michelle & Angel Sassy
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05/04/2006 - Bosch, Sassy's pal, earned his wings 03/29/19 fought cancer for 4 months.
"You aren't doing it TO her, you are doing it FOR her. Give her a chance at life."
She is just a girl of many pawsonalities, what a hoot! Her ears are my fave. Thanks for the smiles.
With a gorgeous tail like that, I can see why she's doing the "Hey don't touch the hair!" She's got some tail pride 🙂
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Michelle! We need a video of the Rotties stalking each other!
Alison! A thought avout her "don't touch my tail" signal she's sending. When she was a little scared girl on the streets of Mexico, she could have been chased and grabbed by her tail as thugs may have tried to catch her. Somebody, somewhere did something tonhurt her or scare her and used her tail as a way to hurt her.
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Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
benny55 said
Alison! A thought avout her "don't touch my tail" signal she's sending. When she was a little scared girl on the streets of Mexico, she could have been chased and grabbed by her tail as thugs may have tried to catch her. Somebody, somewhere did something tonhurt her or scare her and used her tail as a way to hurt her.
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That is an interesting thought that I never thought of but considering her submissive behavior and knowing what I know about her background ... it is possible that tail was yanked by thugs. She still flips out when she sees dogs bigger than her on our walks and has been known to step into the street to get away OR go completely flat (submissive). I always tell people that my dog is not friendly since when I said my dog is timid, people would be like, oh my dog is great with other dogs. Well my dog doesn't like your dog if it is twice her size (I am still impressed she did so well at the Northern CA gathering with all those shepherds and labs around).
So I am guessing Jasper was bullied in her hoarding situation or on the streets of Mexico. So thankful she feels basically safe with me. We usually just cross the street now when we see other dogs on our walk. Jasper is definitely very nervous and cautious around strange dogs - especially when she's on her leash as I think she feels more vulnerable since she knows she can't just bolt away.
And don't even get me started on dogs OFF leash!!!!
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
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