Tracy Aviary and 7 Peaks

This last weekend we had the Raymond family reunion. We went to Tracy Aviary and 7 Peaks. It was a lot of fun to see family and spend time with them.

Bella

So Bella is now 17 1/2 months old. She has gotten a lot bigger and longer. I really hope she is done growing or I'm going to have to move! For the most part she is an awesome dog. She knows if you aren't feeling good and stays near you at all times to protect you. She is amazing with the kids - never playing too rough and being careful with her teeth and paws. We have learned that ducks are the bane of the universe. We have a balcony outside our bedroom and she goes out there some days and if she sees a duck she goes berserk - its funny to watch. She also knows she isn't supposed to be on my bed but she has to cuddle with someone to sleep so most nights she crawls into my bed after I've fallen asleep. I think part of that comes from being abused. We have seen how she reacts to certain things and there is no doubt in my mind she was abused - whether that was the family she was with or as a stray we aren't sure. If I yell up the stairs for the kids to come to dinner or raise my voice at all she will cower against a wall or go hide in a closet. It is the saddest thing to see. We have tried really hard to keep things quiet now with her so she doesn't get scared.

Here are some updated pictures:

Giving me the look about being on my bed.


Chewing on a rawhide bone - you can see how long she is.