“Hey Tempeste. Look at you.”
“I know. No cone. I feel free.”
“As free as you can be with that anchor on your rear.”
“That was the condition of the cone removal. Leash at all times.”
“That puts a damper on the ruckus.”
“Yeah, but it is still nice to be together.”
“You are right. Not being able to play has been a real downer.”
“Let me tell you a secret.”
“Okay, I’m listening.”
“When Dad isn’t paying attention, I can make a big tug, and then we can run free.”
“The only problem with that plan is you could get hurt.”
“Oh, come on. We have done it hundreds of times.”
“Yes, but not with your tender nose and stitches from the spay.”
“Oh yeah. You were going to explain what a spay is.”
“Yeah, I was. Hmm, let me see. Hey Dad, can you explain spay to Tempeste?”
“Sure. Being spayed means you won’t be having babies.”
“That was as clear as mud, Dad.”
“So, Dad. You and Mom are made sure I don’t bring unwanted babies into the world?”
“Boy, Dad. This kid is a little advanced for her age.”
“You would do well to get on the internet a little Twiggy.”
“In answer to your question, Tempeste, yes, we want you to be healthy and live a long life without the complications of having puppies.”
“I appreciate that, Dad. By the way. How are puppies made?”
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OK, Dad, lets see you explain that one!
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I know right? 😬
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The stork???
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Ha ha ha. I’ll try that.
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Time for the birds and the bees and the dogs talk? Already? Kids grow so fast these days.
Glad she’s healing so well. They’ll be frolicking together again in no time.
Good luck with “the talk” and give the girls ear scratches from me. Thanks for the smiles, John.
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They love the scratches, Staci. Thanks for them. 😁
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Cheers to the healing process going well. I thought you were going to call on Mom to answer the question.
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I may just do that. 😊
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It’s good to see Tempeste doing so well. ❤
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She really is. Thank you, Tim. 😊
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That’s when you hand the kid off to someone else.
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Ha ha ha
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Easily explained Miss. Tempeste, spay means you can play without PAY! (takes a bow) Have a play filled day little ones! xx
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Thank you, Miss Annette. Makes sense to me. 😁
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It’s great to see the progress. She’ll be bouncing off the fences soon.
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That is so true. Thanks, Craig. 😁
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Dad? I’m waiting….
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*Crickets*
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🤣😂
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Missing Dad.
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Yeah, Dad, explain how puppies are made! Should be a good one.
I’m happy to see Twiggy and Tempeste sharing noses again!
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Yes they are beginning to have fun together again. Thanks, Noelle.
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The last line – one every parent dreads — hilarious, John! It’s great to see Tempeste running around again. 😊
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Thank you, Gwen. Yes the dreaded birds and bees discussion. 😁
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Uh-oh. I fear her questions are only going to get harder to answer! Hang in there, Dad — you got this!
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Thank you, Debby. Not sure I want it though. 😊
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Tempeste has wonderful parental qualities. Kind, fun loving. It is kind of a shame. I just saw a slew of puppies running across your lawn like the Battle of Waterloo, so now I’m thinking maybe not. Nice Twiggy is being so sweet and sisterly. Who would have thought.
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Twiggy is definitely getting more considerate with Tempeste. Yeah any puppies on our lawn have been rescued from a puppy mill. Thanks, Susannah.
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Ha! Wiggle out of that question, Dad. 🙂 Glad Tempeste is healing nicely!
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I will certainly try to wiggle out of that question. Thank you, Jan
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I was expecting that last question! Must be feeling so free without the cone (even if still “attached”)!
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She does like to get out for sure. That cone was a pain for her.
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How can it not be?
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I know right.
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Absolutely!
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😊
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Glad Tempeste is up and playing. And it always goes back to that age old question, lol.
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I know right?
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You can give Tempeste my mother’s stock response to *that* question: We’ll tell you when you’re older.
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Good one.
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Thanks!
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Dad: Erm, umm, well, it’s like this…
Twiggy: Snickering
Tempeste: Wha???
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I think you were there. 😊
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Oh, this is adorable! You got a Tempest too! So cute together!
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Thank you, Traci.
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Your explanation was crystal clear. I am sure the doggies understood. They are very cute.
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Thank you, Thomas
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So, John, how are the puppies made???😉
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Um…..
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😁
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Twiggy, as we all know, the storks bring the babies!
Or, in the case of emojis, Pink Flamingos!
Love to Tempeste and Dad!
O🦩O🦩O🦩O🦩
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Thank you, Miss Resa. I’m so glad you told me. I don’t know why Dad chocked when I asked. 😁X 😁X 😁X 😁X
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Hmm, he could be worried about “pink dogs”, if the storks get the pink flamingos to help out.
Still, a pink dog would be adorable!
🌸𝔛 🌸𝔛 🌸𝔛 🌸𝔛
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I could see the ASPCA hauling dad off for a pink dog.🌸X 🌸X 🌸X 🌸X
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Glad Tempest has healed up nicely. Have you ever tried those donut type cones before? They work just as well and cut down on running into doors and walls.
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We have a soft one but it didn’t work very well on her for some reason. Anyway the cone is now a memory. Thanks, Pete
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Just don’t confuse Tempeste with any reference to snips, and snails, and puppy dog tails, or you’ll have something else to explain!
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Great advice, Linda. We don’t need to bring boys into this discussion. We’ve settled on babies come from pink Flamingos so there is no more to say.
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What a pair:)
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I know right? Thanks, Becky
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Haha, that ending made me laugh out loud, John. Thanks for another wonderful visit. Big hugs.
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Glad you enjoyed it. Teagan
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How are puppies made….haha! I’m so glad Tempeste is doing well. Twiggy is the best big sister.
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She is and Tempeste is doing great. I hope you have a great weekend.
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I’m glad to hear that. Happy weekend to you, John.
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😊
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I bet you dodged that last question and passed the buck lol.. 🙂
Lovely to see both in great spirits.. 🙂 xx
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Go talk to your Mom is how I put it.
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🙂 yes… exactly xx 🙂
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😁
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😂😂😂 Curious Tempeste! Sometimes, it is better to be mute than to ask. Thank you for a wonderful report, dear John.🍤🍤🍤🍻
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Ha ha ha. Good advice, Dear Maria. 🥂🍰
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You handled the questions well, Dad.
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Thank you, Robbie.
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She’s free! Ish! Close enough! For now! Yes!
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So true. Free as a bird.
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Good to see.
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She starts agility classes this Saturday. We need to burn off some energy for sure.
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She’s gonna nail this, as she always does. She’s got smarts, skills and passion. A winning trifecta.
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We will see what happens. Thanks, Marc.
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Thank you for the link, Traci.
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It’s good to see Tempeste out of the cone and ready to romp and play! I hope by now she’s off the leash too and just about fully recovered.
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She is off the leash in the yard. She is very normal which means agility lessons start on Saturday. The energy has to be burned off.
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Yeah! I hope she has a blast at agility lessons. Diva Dog loved those classes.
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During puppy class before the surgery she did a sesson and loved it. So, I hope she has fun.
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Me too! 😊
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😊
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Just lol too cute. 🙂
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Thanks, Debby.
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🙂
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Is the answer in the next episode?
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Probably not.
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