 'Hi Ennis - swoosh he was out his front door and in a flash, in the back of my Jeep. That always just warms my heart. This time it was a bit more challenging because there was also one of his humans vehicle that had the back hatch open. By the time I made it down the front steps I was wondering whose vehicle he would be in. Without skipping a beat, a big grinning Ennis was looking back at me from my hatch. I just love this guy. What a weekend was planned for him! Our house was Doggy Central and lots of fur friends to play with. Ennis is the quiet type so he found his usual spot on Friday and enjoyed just the girls' energy from a safe viewpoint. But first, he had to tease Aoife upon his arrival and nabbed her outdoor bed first. He looked pretty happy with himself. Then, there was Party Overload at Nosehill, I love the pic with Ennis and Sully (the Yellow Lab). They look like they are in cahoots together. Ennis took front and centre in the group photos and was loving it. On Sunday, we kept things rather quiet and recouped. It was a great day for lots of snacks. Ennis walked in from the backdoor and looked straight at the doggy cookie jar. Of course, he got one!! On Monday, it was a chilly day. Ennis was so loving when I wrapped him in my scarf. He just smiled. I hope to pick you up again real soon in the “Michelle Express” and you come and stay for awhile. You are a super doggy house guest.
Pet Sitter: Michelle
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DGR RUN OF THE DAY 
 DISTANCE: 6.6 km DURATION: 1 hour 17 minutes
Everyone at my household was so excited that there was going to be some Ennis time today. I was really looking forward to seeing Enny Binny Bo Bo🐾. Ennis’s welcome did not disappoint. As I have said several times, but it is one of my favourite characteristics of Ennis’s, is his departure from his front step into my Jeep. I see you still remember that move, as he is in mind flight into the back. We picked up Aoife, who by the way, has been waiting for Ennis since 3:20 this morning😳. My bad - I will never make that mistake again. Of course, Henry had to greet Ennis’s long-awaited arrival with a treat or two. Off Ennis, Aoife and I trotted over to Nosehill. Let's get that big hill over and down at the beginning so it was clear sailing on the homeward bound portion. It was rather muggy today so we all took it rather relaxed on our outing. The Doggy Business Report: Ennis had 1 poop and several pees. We have ALL missed you Enny Binny Bo Bo🐾. Runner: Michelle 
 Well Ennis McGuinness, it was one busy time for you while you stayed at our home. There was several 'Tres Amigos' walks with your pals Huxley & Marley. Then, there was that backyard play-time with Aoife. It is funny because Aoife & Ennis love to chase each other in the backyard, as long as it is just them. Marley B did not mind as she much preferred the comforts of inside. Ennis was always the pup who quietly came for treats and did his little prance around the corner. Don’t let those girls push your gentle soul. I really enjoy taking Ennis for walks. He is like a good old friend. He strolls beside me and looks up, just like he is truly listening. Plus Ennis has this permanent smile on his face when he is outside. When it came to night-time, he always wanted to sleep on Henry’s side of the bed. I hope that you & Mom have a very restful weekend - you deserve it Ennis. Hope we see you soon, gentle one.
Pet Sitter: Michelle DGR RUN OF THE DAY #1  
 DISTANCE: 4.8 km DURATION: 1 hour 14 minutes
We have to make today a ’Special One’ for the Tres Amigos🐾. This is the last outing this pack will have for a while. Ennis goes home later this afternoon. Miss Marley goes home tomorrow afternoon, and Huxley doesn't come to stay until late tomorrow night. There is one place I know is like Disneyland to a dog. It is Nosehill so here we come!! There was a little talk that everyone had to listen too first. ’Everyone has to stay close to Aunty Michelle up here.’ Marley & Ennis took my chat very seriously and I don't think they got more than 20 meters away from me. Huxley was a great boy, I know he loves to check everything out and spread his wings. He stayed very close and I could always see him. This pack does so well together, I hope the ’Tres Amigos ’ reunite soon🐾. The Doggy Business Report: Huxley had 2 poops, Miss Marley had one poop and Ennis has 1 poop. Many pees for all doggies. Runner: Michelle DGR RUN OF THE DAY #2 
 DISTANCE: 9.5 km DURATION: 1 hour 48 minutes As soon as the party was about to begin, it stopped. Mona and Reilly were confused at first and then they saw “Scout”. That’s what I’ve named Tuscany’s neighbourhood coyote as I’ve seen him/ her more times than I can count. Well, this changes everything.... Mona, Reilly and I headed into Scenic Acres where they could run and explore to their hearts' content! On the last leg of freedom, we ran into another pack of wild animals! No, it was Huxley, Marley, Ennis and Michelle 😁 We had a short visit and said adieu. After that, the gals and I made our way back home. Thanks for a marvellous time today Ladies! 2 poos and many pees each. Cheers! Runner: Tracy
 DGR RUN OF THE DAY #1 
 DISTANCE: 5.8 km DURATION: 1 hour 47 minutes
Los tres amigos en Tuscany🐾. Some days as a runner/walker you just get it right. 😊 My original thought with all this snow was that Huxley & I would go XC skiing. With having my two special house guests, Marley & Ennis. I contemplated what would Hux want. Oh my, before he got to the door of the jeep and realized BOTH Marley and Ennis were with me, danced. Like the real ’Happy Dance’. Hopping and prancing. Well, my choice was confirmed. Good job Michelle! The Amigos had lots of fun together and then we spotted DGR Dogs Reilly & Mona and their runner Tracy. Now, this was a true party and the ’Amigas outnumbered the Amigos’. The Doggy Business Report: everyone had lots of pees. Huxley had 2 poops. Marley & Ennis had 1 poop each. Runner: Michelle DGR RUN OF THE DAY #1 
  DISTANCE: 2.4 km DURATION: 1 hour 25 minutes
Triple Treat Thursday in Tuscany🤩. Huxley, I have a big ’Treat’ for you today. Ennis is back staying with us and he & Aoife are coming on our adventure. These 3 had so much fun up & down in the coulee. The weather was fantastic the ice was slick slick. These 3 had no worries about traction. Michelle did the ’Granny Shuffle’ even in her Icebugs🤣. Nap-time for Ennis & Aoife. Hydration and snacks for Huxley and we are off again to get Marley B. 🐾. The Scoop: 12 pees, 2 poos. Runner: Michelle 
Happy Friday Ennis - hop on into the Jeep. We are spending the weekend together. Hip-Hip-Hurray I will try to explain the antics Ennis does when I come to get him. When I open the door. he has these howls and squeals of happiness. When he sees me gather his bed - that is it. He is at the front door barking for me to let him out. I have learnt that before I even enter the house I open the back hatch of the vehicle. When I let him out the front door - whoosh - like a rocket he jumps into the back where the other doggy bed is. He sits there with a big smile on his face and waits for me to bring his other bed and food. Vamoose Michelle!! Drive me to your house. Ennis McGuinness as Henry (Irish Hubby) calls him has his special spot that he likes to chill out in. Also, Aoife the mini horse does not annoy him there. Wait though, when it is walk time - no hiding for Ennis. He loves to be chased! These two run and run and gallop together. The smiles on their faces are priceless. See you Ennis McGuiness in a week. Rest up my friend.
Pet Sitter: Michelle 
Here are some photos of DGR Dogs Ennis, Quinn and Aoife taken by DGR Runner Michelle. Suffice it to say, these dogs LOVE to run! We are all thrilled for warmer weather in Calgary this week and more outdoor time with these wonderful dogs.
DGR Owner: Ruth 
  I picked Ennis up on the morning of New Year's Eve. When it comes to celebrating a New Year coming in, the more - the merrier. Ennis is such a gentle soul, I just love the way he prances into the room. When you say ”cookies” he quietly comes around the corner with his happy smiley face. We managed to stay up until 10:45 PM and that was it🤣 Always best to get up earlier and celebrate New Year's Day with a big special breakfast. Ennis showed his pup side at the off-leash park when he let Aoife chase him. Then, these two would have their morning game of tag in the backyard before breakfast each day. When Ennis had enough of Aoife, he would go back and sleep in our bedroom. Sometimes Aoife would not take the hint. He would run into the bedroom and take Ennis’ bed to the living room. ’Oh those crazy young ones!’ Ennis, you are such a sweet pea. Looking forward to your next stay coming up soon. Xo Xo.
Pet Sitter: Michelle DGR RUN OF THE DAY 
  DISTANCE: 2 hours 11 minutes DURATION: 7.2 km
Happy New Year!! It was a ’DGR Boys’ Party. Henry & I had the pleasure of chaperoning this fun gang of boys. Some humans would judge their New Year's Eve Party success by how many bars or parties they hit. Well, these 3 Amigos count fun & success by how many off-leash parks they can get too. Today's celebrations were very successful with 3 off-leash parks. Not 1....Not 2 BUT 3. Ennis, Huxley and Oliver have a mantra. ”Go Big or Stay Home”🤣. Aoife got to go to the first park but she is still a young pup in sooooo many ways. What a fantastic way to spend January 2nd. Happy New Year to all!! All the pooches had lots of pees. Oliver had 3 poops, Huxley had 2 poops, and Ennis had 1 poop. Runner: Michelle DGR RUN OF THE DAY 
 DISTANCE: 6.0 km DURATION: 1 hour 10 minutes
Hi Ennis, I am really happy to see you too! It has been too long. Hi Stella Bear, I just have to have a good old cuddle with this ’Teddy Bear’. Ennis, let's check out your new neighbourhood. The temperature was brilliant and with all the hills I needed to unzip a few layers. We found an off-leash area to get some play-time in and snap a few pics. Do you think Ennis likes his runs?? Look at the happy face. Have a very Merry Christmas Fur Babes and their humans. See you just before the New Year. The Scoop: 1 poo, 5 pees. Runner: Michelle  Well, I have to report everyone at my house is a little down at the moment. Ennis & Stella, our house guests for the past 10 days, went to their new home with Mom this afternoon. Ennis (McGuinness his nickname) and Stella Bear just ‘fit’ in our home. They were not visitors!! They were part of our home, our family. Ennis loved his playdates with Huxley to Nosehill and his time with Marley at Tuscany Coulee. He just comes alive and becomes a real ham. He has this prancing trot that is like a little firecracker. Stella Bear, just loves loves hugs. And I am a hugger!! She would lean into me and give me those Teddy Bear eyes and I would hug her several times a day. ‘ Oh my Stella Bear Bear’, followed by a liver treat, of course. Aoife loves Stella, she is her “It” companion. Stella would babysit Aoife and watch over her. Aoife would get every one of her toys and lay against Stella and try and share her toys with her. Watching these two, just melts your heart. Halloween was a hoot. Ennis went downstair and watched politics on TV as all that excitement at the door was too much. But the girls….. they loved the attention and all the fawning and compliments that came their way. Miss Stella greeted almost every Halloweener (67 in total) at the front door. Our family wishes your family loads of happiness in your new home. I will keep an eye open for you kiddos every week when I am in your neighbourhood. Pet Sitter: Michelle
 DGR RUN OF THE DAY  
 DISTANCE: 4.9 km DURATION: 1 hour 18 minutes
It was a ’Spooktacular Pooch Party’ this morning Trick or Treating in Tuscany!!! Ennis, Marley and Huxley bolted out of the jeep - let's get this Halloween Party started 🤣. We started our festivities early!! They all had so much fun together it was like they were kids on a sugar high. This ’pack’ is one cool group. That was spectacular! Let's make another date soon. Ennis, Marley and Hux will rest up this afternoon and be ready to Halloween full on tonight. The Scoop: 3 poos, 13 pees. Runner: Michelle 
  Hi Kiddos, do you want to hang out for a few days? Ennis jumped into my Jeep from about 40 meters away! I will take that as a ’Yes’! Miss Stella had me cornered when I walked into the house. She was not going anywhere until she had her fill of ear rubs. No worries, my pleasure. Let's pack your bags and we are off. I can tell Ennis & Stella are feeling more comfortable at my house. Stella does not leave my side. ’I am hers’ and she will even do the stairs to hang out in my office. Ennis helped out on some Thanksgiving leftovers, he loved the ’Turkey Sugar Cookies.’ Thanks for helping me with my willpower and waistline🤣. There was also a little mystery where the bag of puppy chew sticks went!! The clues pointed to Ennis’s (McGuinness as Henry calls him) belly. Stella had daily strolls in the park and every day found a new smell. She really loves her ’sniff’ time. Ennis made a new friend (DGR Huxley) They are kindred spirits. Plus, he was a real ’ham’ today. Just look at that smile. Aoife loves Stella and was so excited to be close. Ennis even shared the couch with Aoife. This is becoming a real pack. See you two kiddos in a couple sleeps.
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