Mild Weather

It is quite mild for November. When we go out in the morning, it is dark, but no frost on the ground. This is the month that was called Winter month in Sweden in the past. We are yet far from winter. This is fine by me. 

Gustavus Adolphus

It is the Gustavus Adolphus day, when we celebrate the great Swedish King Gustavus II Adolphus. 

At least, Daniel tells us King Gustavus Adolphus was a great king. Apparently, he was not just a Swedish hero, but also a hero for all of Protestant Christianity. Pepe and I are decendants from the Catholic country Mexico. We are not so sure the Lutheran faith of Gustavus Adolphus and Daniel is the optimal Christian faith. 

We would love to try Gustavus Adolphus pastry, though. 

Bats, Agave, and Tequila

This is an interesting and concerning story from the Chihuahua area of Mexico. 

The production of Tequila in Mexico poses a threat to the agave plants used for the production, and the bats who feed upon them and are needed for the pollination of them. 

We hope Tequila will be around for generations. This must mean the farmers must take care of the plants and the pollinating bats. Tequila must be good for the economy in the future as well. What is good for the economy in the Chihuahua area, is good for the Chihuahua dog breed. We must never forget this. 

Popcorn

I found a package of un-popped popcorn today. Paula was happy to learn this, she loves popcorn. I asked her to wait until the evening, though, when Daniel would be back home from work. She obliged, she thought it was a good idea to wait. 

When Daniel was back home, he and Paula shared the popcorns. This was a nice evening snack for them. I am glad they were both happy for it. 

Some Cheese

We had an afternoon snack of cheese. 

One of the foods both Paula and Daniel love is cheese. They often treat themselves to good cheese. They also often treat us to the same good cheese. This happens especially when it is cheese with no mold, apparently, humans can digest some molds that dogs cannot. The cheese today was without mold and Pepe and I got a lot of it. We liked it. 

Remembrance

It is the annual day for everyone in Sweden to remeber the family members they have lost.

We think of the dogs who lived here before. They were part of our family. 

Daniel went away for a moment of remembrance in Stockholm. Paula did the same, but here in Örebro. 

Remembrance is part of life. As long as we remember, parts of our loved ones are still around in our hearts. 

Minced Meat

We got some minced meat for dinner today. There were enough for Pepe, me, and the cats. 

Minced meat is tasty and healthy. Food never gets better than when both of these qualities are fulfilled. 

We all wish we could get minced meat more often. 

Floor Lamp

The ceiling in the entrance hall of our house is somewhat torn and broken. The lamp in the ceiling has become a little crooked. Paula and Daniel has decided not to use the lamp inte ceiling, until they can do something about the ceiling. In the meantime, they have put a floor lamp in the entrance hall. This gives almost as good light as the lamp in the ceiling. Sometimes, temporary solutions work really well. This is that kind of temporary solution. I like it. 

Tortillas

We had tacos for dinner. This is excellent food, not just because it comes from Mexico. It is healthy and tasty.

Daniel always have tortilla bread for his tacos. Tortilla bread is great bread. It is nutritious and it does not give of bread crumbs. These qualities has actually made tortilla bread the bread that astronauts eat in space. Mexican influence goes well beyond this planet. 

No Candy For Me?

Paula and Daniel ate some candy tonight. I asked if I could taste some, but they refused. They said I would not eat it, but just guard it against Pepe and the cats.

My humans know too much about me sometimes. The candy was of a kind I don’t really like, but I do enjoy the occasional defence of candy against Pepe and the cats. 

I wish I could have had some ham or sausage instead. Then I would have eaten it. 

Third Term?

There are speculations that the current US President would seek a third term as President. 

Daniel, who has studied US constitutional law at a US law school, says this would not be possible. If this were not enough, there are more elaborate explanations on the internet on why this would not be possible. 

People are very interested in the politics of the USA, even in Sweden. I wish they were more interested in the politics of Mexico, as I am. 

Normal Time

The Daylight Saving Time is over for this season. 

While I understand why humans may have clocks and are obsessed with keeping time, I have never understood why they change the clocks two times a year. 

Well, we just have to put up with it, especially when the alarm clock goes off tomorrow morning. 

Cleaning the Terrace

We have a little terrace outside the door to our house. Daniel cleaned it this afternoon.

I guess this cleaning was needed. The terrace looks much better now. 

Pepe and I do not spend much time on the terrace. When we are out in the yard, we are rather on the lawn. The terrace is an integral part of the house, though, and I would not want to be without it. 

This Year's Police Dog

The price for Swedish Police Dog of the Year 2025 goes to German Hunting Terrier Ivan, Hivlingen's Rocco.

Throughout his career, Ivan has stopped murders and stopped a huge amount of drugs to get out on the market.

It is a nice surprise that a German Hunting Terrier gets this award. It goes to show you can be of any dog breed, and still make contributions in unexpected places.

Congratulations, Ivan!

Alarm Clock

Daniel turné on the alarm on his alarm clock every evening, when there is a work day the next day. 

Well, at least almost every such evening. This evening, we had to remind him. 

He was happy that we did remind him. One of the worst things Daniel knows is to oversleep. He says it upsets his whole day. Pepe, the cats, and I have a more relaxed approach to time. Sometimes, I wish our humans could have the same. 

Fly

We are in the later third of October. One would think there would not be insects flying around. There is still a fly buzzing around in our bedroom tonight.

Flies are annoying insects. Their flight paths are also weird. We wonder what the reason might be to just fly around and around, do they just do this until they reach something to eat by chance? 

A good thing about winter is that there are much fewer flies around, if any. The fly in our room today almost make me long for winter. 

Visit at the Hospital

Paula had to go to the hospital in the middle of the day. This was due to her pain in the left arm and shoulder. Pepe and I stayed at home ourselves, defending it. Daniel came home in the late afternoon. Then, a couple of hours later, he could go to pick Paula up. 

It is not fun when things like this happen. All went well for Paula, though. We were together again in the evening. All’s well that ends well. 

Frost

Over the last few days, we have had temperatures below zero incheckning morning. There has been some frost on the ground. 

We wish winter would wait a while. Pepe and I are of Mexican decent, we are more comfortable with Swedish summer than Swedish winter, even though we cope with winter as well. Winter will come, but hopefully not too soon. 

Vacuum Cleaner

Paula and Daniel purchased a new vacuum cleaner today. Their old one broke down a while ago. 

I am not fond of vacuum cleaners. This is supposed to be a rather silent one. I think it can have a disturbing sound, nevertheless. 

Well, the house may become cleaner, this may be worth the inconvenience 

Surprisingly Tasty

Paula cooked some green beans, that were part of the dinner that she and Daniel had. After dinner, some of the green beans were put down to me on the floor.

Vegetables are usually not a favourite of mine. However, hesitantly, I tasted them. They were surprisingly tasty. In just a little while, I had tasted them all.

I never knew beans could be this tasty. Dogs are omnivores, but with a tilt towards meat, of course. We can eat beans, nevertheless. I am glad I tried them out. 

Late Night

Daniel was late, coming home tonight. He was at his lodge in the Order he is a member of. When he came home, it was past midnight. This is why I write after midnight. I thought I would have the chance to write about his meeting earlier, but this was not to be. He is at home now, anyway. 

Cheese Tour

Tourists can go places for many different reasons. 

Today, I read about a kind of tourist trip that I would like to have. In France, there are tourist trips to cheese factories. You get a tour other place where cheese is matured, and you get to taste the cheese. 

Cheese come in many different varieties and tastes. Most are very tasty. Tasting cheese would be my kind of holiday. 

Rainy Evening

It was raining when we got out for the evening. Rain is a nuisance, even though it is needed in nature and nothing to be afraid of. There are just instances when I wish no rain would fall just at that moment. 

Pepe did not seem to mind the rain as much as I did, not doing anything to go inside as soon as I did. The cats also stayed outside. I do believe the cats have hideouts outside, where they are protected from rain, however. 

We will have to see if there is rain tomorrow. 

Something Else?

Hello, Pepe here!

Piffy wanted to take a break from the blog for a day. We agreed that I could write something instead.

The problem is to come up with anything to write about. This makes me get even more respect for Piffy than I already had, for her ability to often come up with interesting things to write about. I have to think much more about things to write about, if I will get a chance again later to write in the blog. 

Nevertheless, I did write something. Piffy will come back tomorrow. 

Different Pillows

There are many different pillows in the bed. Pepe and I tend to walk around and try out different pillows, before we settle down for the night. This is not just our behaviour, it is typically dog behaviour. In this way, we are just like other dogs. I like trying out different pillows, so in this way, I like being normal. The pillow is a good invention. 

New Clothes

Paula bought some new clothes today.

It is easier being a dog than a human, when you want to protect yourself from cold weather. We just use our coats, that grow naturally on us. Human coats disappeared somewhere thousands of years ago.

The clothes were fine, nevertheless. 

Flea Market

Daniel and one of his sisters sold things on a flea market today. It was a lot of different items from the estate of their mother. 

Daniel told us afterwards that they sold more than he had thought they would. He also said there were many people who brought dogs to the flea market. Even though it might have been a dog friendly place, I think I had a better day at home. 

I am happy it went well at the flea market. 

Totte Likes Chicken

There was grilled chicken for dinner tonight. Our cat Totte smelled it and jumped up to try to get some. He was not allowed to have any, not this time. There have been times when Daniel has given Totte some chicken, but not this time. I felt a little sorry for Totte. He has cat food, so he did not need any of the chicken, but I know how much better chicken meat tastes, compared to dog food or cat food. 

Pepe and I got some meat sauce. It was all right, but I would have liked a bite of the chicken better. 

Identification Card

The Identification Card that Paula ordered last week was manufactured now. She could collect it today.

I am glad dogs do not need Identification Cards. We have no pockets or bags to put them in. 

Paula was happy she got the card. It is valid for five years, which is a fairly long time. 

Meatballs

Paula asked Daniel to serve Pepe and me food. He gave us meatballs. 

Paula thought Daniel did a good deed. Pepe and I think he did a great deed. Meatballs are great food. More dogs should get meatballs more often. 

Two Years Ago

It is two years ago today, since the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel 2023 which started the current war. We wish there will soon be an armistice. Both humans and dogs in the area deserves peace. 

Probable New Prime Minister

The ruling party of Japan, which is called the Liberal Democrat Party in English, has chosen a new leader. She is called Sanae Takaichi. It is likely, though not quite certain, that Parliament confirms her as Prime Minister. She is described as a conservative politician and is an admirer of the Conservative British politician Margaret Thatcher. She would be the first ever female Japanese Prime Minister. 

My Shiba predecessors of bloggers would probably have more to say about Sanae Takaichi. They were always interested in the country their breed came from. If you are more interested, I recommend you to follow the link or read other news on Sanae Takaichi. 

Brother

Pepe is like a brother to me. Totte is a brother of Malin. 

In Sweden, we celebrate first names on certain dates. This day, the name is Bror. This is a boy’s name, but also the Swedish word for brother. Thus, Malin and I celebrated our brothers. Not much, but a little. We thought they could have been more grateful, though. 

It was a good day, nevertheless. 

Seventy Five Year Old Dog

Seventy five years ago today, the fictional Beagle Snoopy made his debut in the comic strip Peanuts. This was the third ever comic strip of Peanuts.

Snoopy is one of the most famous fictional dogs in the world. He was actually rewarded with a honourary registration with the American Kennel Club, AKC, the equivalent of the Swedish Kennel Club in the USA. 

It is good that dogs are in comic strips, because dogs are in every day life. Comic strips reflect aspects of real life, and should, thus, reflect dogs as well. I like Snoopy and Peanuts. If Snoopy was around, I would congratulate him on his birthday. 

Identification

If a dog wants to know who another dog is, we just smell them. We do the same with humans. If a human wants to know who a dog is, she or he just check the dog’s registration on the chip of the dog, with an electric chip reader. 

If a human wants to know who another human is, the other human has to show an identification card. This is much more troublesome, as far as I can say. Identification cards come in different forms. They are valid just for a few years and a human has to remember to bring a valid card to make sure others can be sure the human is whom she claims she is.

Paula went to get a new identification card today. Humans need to do this once in a while. 

It would be easier for humans, if they could just identify each other on their smell, like dogs do. 

Paula Came Home

Paula has been away from home for a couple of days. She came back home this afternoon. 

We all greeted Paula with joy.

Now that Paula is back home, we are all at home. Even Totte and Malin are indoors tonight. We have a great night tonight. 

In the Lap

There are evenings when I lay myself down in the lap of Daniel. This is warm and comfortable. I couldn’t do it tonight, though, because our cat Totte were there first. 

Pepe and I have a fine relationship with our cats Totte and Malin. You can tell they are just cats, but we respect them. They respect us, as well. If either one of us is first to get a nice spot to rest in, all of us respect it.

Totte had a fine evening, as did Daniel. I found another good spot on a comfortable pillow. It was a fairly good evening. 

Taco Seasoned Meat

We got some taco seasoned minced meat today. 

Minced meat is always great.

We hope that the taco seasoning in Sweden taste like the real deal from Mexico. None of us have been there, but we know tacos is from Mexico. Since our dog breed is from Mexico, we are interested in Mexican cuisine. Nevertheless, we like it. We believe this is because it is Mexican. 

Life is good with taco seasoned minced meat. 

AI Generated Trip Advice

There was an interesting story about tourists using artificial intelligence (AI) to plan their trips. A lot of them got advice that was not true. These are the perils of trusting AI.

My advice is to go out and walk your dogs, instead. Your dogs will never give you travel advice that isn’t true. Your dogs have real intelligence. 

Eighth Mowing of the Lawn

Daniel mowed the lawn again today. This was the first time since the start of August, and probably the last time this year. While the lawn had become significantly higher since last time, it does not grow as fast now as in the late spring or early summer.

This was the eighth time Daniel mowed the lawn this season. (The word ”eighth” is hard to pronounce, so in a way, we would have wished for another total number of mowings of the lawn.) Thus, we have an answer to the question of how many times the lawn would be mowed this season. This is good. 

We might make a count next year as well. We will decide upon this issue in the spring, however. You will have to see what happens. 

Lonely

Paula is not at home. We feel lonely without her. 

Afternoon Walk

Pepe and I went with Daniel for a walk this afternoon. It was a slightly odd time and a different way than usual. We went by the mailbox, where Daniel mailed a few letters. 

It was nice to take a walk out of the ordinary. The day was fine for a walk, with sunshine and a nice temperature. Pepe and I enjoyed it. Given the right weather and other circumstances, we would do it again. 

Roaming Around

You might think the term roaming around is for when you go around rather big distances. Perhaps this is the true meaning of the word. I use it as well, however, when I just go around from spot to spot in the bed. Since I am a small dog, blessed to be a Chihuahua, this includes some distances that are not very small, relatively speaking. Thus, I am roaming around in the bed. It is a fairly nice pass time once in a while. 

Crisps

Daniel put up a bowl of potato crisps for everyone to eat from. Both Pepe and I did. Crisps are nice, though not as nice as many other forms of food and treats. It did make me satisfied enough not to resort to the ordinary dog food later in the evening, though. Not that dog food is bad, but you can grow rather tired of it, since you get it every day. 

Chicken Filet

Paula and Daniel had grilled chicken for dinner. Pepe, Malin, Totte, and I all got parts of the chicken filet in our food bowls. 

Chicken filet is great. When you eat it, you really feel like the carnivore that you are. This make you feel empowered and great. You are on top of the food claim. Thus, it is not just tasty food, it is food that makes you grow in your spirit. 

I wish we could eat chicken more often. 

Mexico and Canada

The leaders of Mexico and Canada have met. They agree that their countries should deepen their ties and trade, because both have been hurt by raised tariffs for exports to the USA. 

Pepe and I hope this will be beneficial for Mexico and all the dogs living there, not least our relatives, the Chihuahuas. Trade is good. Without trade, Pepe and I would not be Swedish Chihuahuas. 

Church Election

There is an election for the laymen decision makers in the Church of Sweden today. The clergy decides upon theology, of course, but the elected laymen decides on things like the economy and membership fees.  Daniel was a candidate and told us he voted for himself. We hope he is successful. 

Dog Show

The regional kennel club had its final dog show of the year today. Daniel was there working, while Pepe, Paula, and I stayed at home. 

When Daniel came home, he told us about the show. It had worked out well, with just some slight slips that they could take care of along the way. 

It was good weather for a dog show. There was a little rain in the morning, but not during the show, and it was neither too warm, nor too cold. 

I guess you could call the show a success. 

Under the Gate

There is a gate in the doorway between the entrance hall and the kitchen of our house. It was put there long before I arrived for the very first time, as a pup.

Luckily, I have always been small enough to crawl under this gate when I want to. Pepe is bigger than I am and cannot. 

When we get visitors, I do crawl under the gate sometimes, to reach the visitors. Then I might crawl back into the kitchen again. This is fun. The humans around are sometimes surprised to see me on the other side of the gate. So be it, none of them have ever objected. Thus, I believe the crawling space for me will remain. So far, nothing indicates it would ever go, which is good. I like to be able to go under the gate once in a while. 

X Rays

Paula was at the hospital today, to get X ray pictures of her injuried shoulder. It was a good visit at the hospital, she said, but it made her tired. 

In a few weeks, Paula will get an operation. The wounded parts are still too swollen, but not as much as before.

We wish Paula all the luck with her healing. 

Friendly Guests

Now that Paula has an injuried shoulder, she gets some help from the commune. The people who come home to us to help Paula are very friendly.

This morning, Pepe and I were outdoors when they arrived. They started out by greeting us in a very nice manner. We greeted them back in the most friendly way we could. Then we let them in. 

We approve of them. 

Upcoming Show

There is an unofficial dog show this Saturday. Our regional kennel club stands behind it and Daniel helps. They had an on line meeting about the show this evening. 

Pepe and I are happy that we will stay at home during this show. Neither one of us have ever been interested in being showed, even though we know some dogs like it, or even love it. We do hope the show will be a success. 

Drum Stick

We were very happy to watch a reel from a rock concert today. A dog came up on the stage, and the band’s drummer took very well care of it. Just watch the reel and see. Then you can also see why the headline of this blog post is Drum Stick. 

This is the kind of human you would want to meet, if you happen to end up in an unexpected place. 

Gruyère

Paula and Daniel had some cheese to eat this afternoon. Pepe and I got to taste pieces of Gruyère cheese.

Gruyère cheese is a Swiss hard cheese that I had not tasted before. It turned out to be very tasty. I like the salty taste. Pepe also liked this cheese very much. 

We hope that we will get more Gruyère cheese soon. 

League Start

The Swedish Hockey League started today, for the men’s ice hockey. This is one of the most watched sport leagues in Sweden. 

Daniel’s favourite team won its game, so he was happy. Pepe and I do not think we have any favourite team, but we are happy for Daniel’s sake. This has to be good enough. 

We Found It

We found the little green bag today. We found it without even looking for it. Suddenly, Paula just saw it and showed it to us. It was in a bigger bag in the bedrog we had not considered looking in the other day, because we did not think it was in the bedroom at all. 

It is positive the little green bag has been found. There was nothing in it, however. We really looken for the little green bag, because of the things we believed would be in it. It remains to be seen where those things are. 

Paula Came Home

After a few days away, Paula came home again this afternoon.

We were overjoyed, of course. The family is all together again.

Pepe and I wish we could all stay together from now on. 

Organizing

We spent some of the evening organizing in the kitchen. There were quite a lot of documents with old information on it, so we threw it away. There is more work to be done, especially Daniel is good at just letting old documents lie around. He said he has become better at storting them out and throwing them away. Pepe and I hope he is right. 

Board Meeting

There was an on line board meeting with the regional kennel club today. Since Daniel is a board member, he participated.

Pepe and I sat close by and listened to what was said. We are sure many of the things said were very wise. At the same time, a some of the things went over our heads. We have not been to every board meeting, so we do not have the right knowledge and context. The decisions that were made sounded good, though. Daniel was satisfied with the meeting, and so were we. It was a good meeting. 

Looking for a Green Bag

Paula has lost a small green bag with some things in it. We helped looking for it today.

It is easier being a dog and not caring about things. If you do not care about things, you do not care if you love them, either. 

I tried to say we should not care that the small green bag was gone. Nobody cared what I said. 

Meeting Prior to a Meeting

In a couple of weeks, Daniel will go to Kennelfullmäktige, the biannual Kennel Club council. The regional kennel club had a meeting tonight about some issues which will come up at that meeting. It was an on line meeting, so Daniel participated from home.

Pepe and I listened to the discussions, but I soon fell asleep. The issues may be important, but it is so boring to listen to people talk to them. We cannot understand how Daniel and the others can go on and on talking about these things. It is nice that they do, but we are glad we will not have to. 

Early Morning

We got up early this morning, even though it was a Saturday. Pepe and I could go back to sleep again, but Daniel drive off to work at a dog show. He takes his engagements as ring steward very seriously. Pepe and I agreed we were happy we did not have to come along. 

Warmer Outside

It may be autumn, and the foilage has started to turn yellow. The nights are getting longer. We still have some warm days, however. The weather was sunny today. When we went out at noon and in the middle of the afternoon, it was warmer outside than it is inside our house. It was not a huge difference in temperatures, but big enough that we noticed it as soon as we got out.

Days like this are great autumn days. Daniel says autumn is his favourite season. On warm days in the early autumn, like today, I can aknowledge that he has a point. By November, he does not. 

Morning Rain

It is no fun going out in the rain. When it is raining in the morning and you have been indoors the whole night, what choice is there? We were lucky the rain had stopped until the following occasions when we went out. The autumn weather with rain is here. 

Cave Art

Art painted in a cave in present day Mexico has been estimated to be ten thousand years old.

Pepe and I wonder what life might have been for the dogs and humans of the society where this art was made. Where there ancestors of Chihuahuas living in this culture? Those dogs may have contributed to the art by making the artists happier. We like to think so, though it is far from certain. We know we make our humans happier. 

Working from Home

Daniel is working again, after a few weeks off for summer holiday. He worked from home today.

For Pepe and me, this is almost as the days when he was off work. Our duty as watch dogs are not as heavy, when at least one of our humans are at home. Thus, we could take it easy today. 

We wish both Paula and Daniel were at home more. 

Fetching the News Paper

When Daniel went to fetch the news paper this morning, he brought me along. I was not very keen on a walk at the time, though, so I stopped halfway down to the road, where we have the mailbox. 

Walks can be nice at times, but I did not feel like walking this time. Daniel accepted this. There are times when I really like that I have him as my human. 

Autumn Is Around the Corner

It is the last day of August today. August is the last summer month. There will be September tomorrow.

You could say autumn is around the corner. Pepe said autumn is already here, with the rain and colder weather we have had. I am not prepared to take it so far. I want the summer to last a little longer. It is around the corner, not here yet. 

Damp Grass

Daniel wanted to mow the lawn today, but considered the grass too damp. He says you cannot mow the lawn with a good result, if it is too damp. I do not know about the obstacle that water is to mowing the lawn, but there were a lot of water drops on a lot of the lawn. It has rained this week, the latest time yesterday, and there was not enough warmth or wind to make the lawn dry. We all relaxed indoors instead, which was also nice. The lawn can wait. 

Brawl

Now and then, when Daniel is at the city council, we follow the debates online.

There may be harsh words and the occasional personal insult. Compared to the physical brawl in the Mexican Senate the other day, however, this is nothing. 

I cannot understand why there was a physical fight in the Senate. Mexicans are normally civilised people, at least as far as I know. This makes me sad for the Chihuahuas in Mexico. 

Blueberry Ice Cream

It was a day of many treats today. 

In the middle of the day, Paula and Daniel had some blueberry ice cream. Pepe and I got to taste it, and since we liked it so much, we got even more.

In the afternoon, Daniel cooked meat sauce. Pepe and I got some raw minced meat. This was very tasty, but still not the special treat of the blueberry ice cream. 

When the meat sauce had been eaten, Pepe and I got some of it that was left. This was also tasty, but still not the special treat like the blueberry ice cream.

I was a little surprised myself, that I was so fond of blueberry ice cream. After all, minced meat is great food, very tasty and healthy for you. Meat sauce is also really good. I just have to realise there may be some things that are not your typical favourite for a carnivore like myself, that is still of a great taste. I hope we get blueberry ice cream again soon. 

Jumping Around

Pepe likes to jump around sometimes. He does this outdoors, in the kitchen, in the living room, or in the bed.

I do not really understand why Pepe jumps around. While Pepe think this is fun, I sort of get tired just looking at it. Perhaps it is just that I have a more laid back approach to life. 

It is interesting that we are different, when we are both Chihuahuas. I believe my way is the better way, but Pepe’s way is not wrong. If you want to jump around, I will not stop you. Life is good when I do not have to, it is as simple as this. 

Nice Day

This is an extra nice day. Paula fell and hurt her shoulder last Friday. She had to go to the hospital on the Saturday because of this. She came home today. While Paula is injuried, all of the family is at home now. This makes us feel much more comfortable. Life is good again. 

International Dog Day

Today is the international dog day.

All the dogs I have ever known, like the idea of a dog day, but really feel it is unnecessary. Dogs are around all year. In essence, every day is a dog day, because we are always everywhere. 

Nevertheless, if you need a specific day to celebrate dogs, this is good day to do it, because it is the International Dog Day. 

Aftermath

It was the day after the dog show. Daniel went away to the club house with the things he had brought back from the show.

When Daniel came back home again, he thought he would sit down on his bed to read the news. He could not do this, however, because his bed was occupied. Malin had fallen asleep in the middle of it. Daniel had to relax somewhere else. He relictantly did this, he could not disturb the sleeping cat. We understood him. 

Successful Dog Show

Daniel came home from the dog show this afternoon. It had been a success, he said.

Pepe and I are not certain how the dog show could have been such a success, when we did not take part as the dogs of the secretariat. The plan was that we would be there and help out in the secretariat. According to Daniel, they did not have any dogs in the secretariat. How the dog show could be a success,without dogs in such a central place, is beyond us. We guess we just have to take Daniel’s word for it. 

Stray Dogs in India

There are millions of stray dogs in India. A lot of them carry diseases, not least rabies. Under these circumstances, it is understandable that things have to be done to help the dogs. 

It makes me sad to read about so many dogs who don’t have loving humans and nice homes. I can still feel it is important to know about these things. We must hope things will get better for most of these dogs. 

Taking Care of Paula

When Paula got up early this morning, she happened to trip and fall. She hurt her arm, and could not really move it. 

Due to this injury, Paula decided to stay at home, instead of going with Daniel and the rest of us to Askersund for the dog show this weekend. This means that Pepe and I also stayed at home. We will spend the weekend taking care of Paula, instead of working at the dog show. Daniel had to leave by himself. 

Taking care of Paula is the right thing to do, under the circumstances. 

Just Another Day

There are days when it seems like nothing of significance happens in your life. This was one of those days. We spent the day at home. We got to go out a few times, like we always do. We got our food when we usually get it. There were water in all of the water bowls. The cats were indoors some of the day, outdoors other parts of the day. 

It would be nice if you always had something to remember from every day. However, I do not think there is any particular event this day, that I will really remember. It was just another day. 

Tomorrow will probably be more memorable. 

Fire In the Sky

A fire ball lit up the sky over southern Japan yesterday night. This was probably an asteroid or asteroid dust burning up in the atmosphere. 

I try to follow news from Japan and make a blog entry about it once in a while. The Shibas who had this blog before me, were very interested in Japan, as their ancestral home. 

It would be fantastic if the night sky would suddenly be lit up by a fire ball, like the one over Japan. Odd things in nature amazes me. These things are not common, however. I doubt I will ever see one, but you never know. Time will tell. 

Moving a Church

The whole Church of Kiruna is moved today. 

Kiruna is built to be a town for the miners of the Kiruna iron mine. The town has to move, to let the mine expand. Thus, the church has to move. 

This is such a big deal, that even international news agencies like the BBC covers it. 

We are glad our home town Örebro does not have to move. It is built for trade of ore from the mines in this part of the country, but has no mines under it. We will stay where we are. 

New Cat Food

We ran out of cat food yesterday night. This was very odd, none of us could remember it happening ever before. Paula and Daniel usually buy more cat food or dog food when it is a lot of it left in the previous bag they bought. 

Of course, our cats like dog food and a lot of human food as well, so there was no danger of starvation. 

This morning, Paula and Daniel went to the store and bought more cat food. 

Once they were back home with the cat food, they filled up the cat food bowls. The cats could not care less. There had been dog food for them to eat already. 

Black Cat Appreciation Day

In the USA, the 17th August is celebrated by some as Black Cat Appreciation Day.

This day is in part celebrated to get away from old superstitions that black cats were bad and in liaisons with demons or other evil creatures. We don’t believe such superstitions, so we think it is a good cause for the day. 

We have two cats: Malin and her brother Totte. Malin is a black cat. Thus, we have appreciated her a little more today than other days. Totte did too, even though he wondered if there is a Striped Cat Appreciation Day. 

Malin was glad for being appreciated. 

Some American trends are nice. This is one such nice trend. 

Statistics on Dogs

There are many dogs in the world. We are everywhere. There are, however, more dogs on some countries than others.

According to this interesting article, the United States of America is the country which has the largest population of dogs. There is also a list of the ten countries with the largest known populations of dogs.

In some cases, there are many stray dogs. One has to question the knowledge on how many dogs there are in a country, where they say many dogs are stray dogs. We are happy we are not stray dogs. 

Chicken

While Pepe and I were disappointed yesterday, when we did not get any hot dogs, this was made up for today. Paula and Daniel served us meat from a freshly grilled chicken. Daniel later commented to Paula, that we had licked the dish clean. 

While hot dogs are good food, grilled chicken is better food. 

While I do not want to write too many blog entries on the food we get, if we get chicken, I cannot help myself. Chicken is really good and tasty food. It is also healthy for you, it contains a lot of protein. We wish we could get chicken more often. 

Hot Dogs or Not

At the request of Paula, Daniel went to the store and bought some hot dogs and bread for it. When he was back home again, Paula had changed her mind. She no longer wanted to have hot dogs for dinner. 

I normally do not care much what Paula and Daniel eat. Tonight, however, I was sorry there were no hot dogs. When Paula or Daniel cook hot dogs, there will usually be parts of hot dogs for me and Pepe. We did not get any hot dogs now. This was a disappointment. 

It Became a Murder

Earlier this summer, I wrote about the attempted murder at Colombian senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, and the investigation following the attack.

The attempted murder has now turned into a murder, because Miguel Uribe Turbay has died because of the injuries sustained at the attack. 

We are so sad for the family and friends of Miguel Uribe Turbay, and for all Colombians, because a political murder affects the whole country. In the the upcoming presidential election, Miguel Uribe Turbay wanted to run for office. We hope the outcome will be something he would have been satisfied with, nevertheless. 

Pork

Paula and Daniel were away doing some stuff for the Kennel Club today. This is important, but it is still not fun when they go away without us.

Once they came home, they made it up to us. They brought pork. This was a very tasty meal. Pork should be in the food bowls more often, if I were to decide. 

Dog Show Committee

The Dog Show Committee had a meeting online tonight. It was mainly about the Askersund Dog Show on the 23–24 August.

Most of the preparations are done or planned well. It looks good. We are all glad for this. 

When the preparations go so well, it is easier to look forward to the event. Pepe and I certainly do. It will be fun. 

Dining Out

Pepe and I came along with Paula and Daniel down to the central square of our town. We sat down at a table outside of one of the restaurants there.

The staff was nice. They welcomed Pepe and me. While Paula and Daniel enjoyed their meal, Pepe and I got some fresh water to drink. 

It was a nice evening. We liked that we got to come along. 

Vacuuming

We cleaned and vacuumed the floors today. It is more comfortable to walk on clean floors.

Daniel also vaccumed some parts of the ceilings, windows, etcetera. I could never reach there, or see the dust, but I am glad Daniel did. 

Cleaning is no fun, but it gives you a more comfortable home. A comfortable home is nice. 

Washing the Dishes

Paula and Daniel have had a holiday all of this week. This is nice, because they are at home much more than usual. It is bad, however, in the sense that they get more lazy. The dirty dishes have piled up on the kitchen zink. This morning, Daniel finally got around to take care of the dirty dishes.

They cannot blame us dogs, not even the cats. We use far less dishes and cuttlery than our humans do. 

It was nice to see that the zink was cleared of dirty dishes. Then again, in the evening, more dirty dishes were added. 

Seventh Mowing of the Lawn

At long last, Daniel got around to mow the lawn today. It was the seventh time this season. 

Daniel said it was long over due. We agree with him. Pepe and I are Chihuahuas, proud member of the smallest dog breed in the world. We like a well mowed lawn in the garden, because tall grass affects us a lot.

There is some problem with the lawn mower, though. Daniel will contact a lawn mower repair man about this. We hope it can be fixed. 

World Dog Show

We wish all four friends and family who participate in the World Dog Show in Finland this weekend good luck!

Pepe and I will not participate. We leave participation to others. It would be fun, but we skip it this time. Friends and family are there, though.

Good luck!

Remains

Remains of 32 humans, probably killed, has been found in a house in the State of Guanajuato in Mexico. They are probably victims of the many violent crimes in the state. 

It makes us sad to read about tragedies like this in Mexico, the country where Pepe’s and my dog breed is from. We have never been to Mexico, but the country has a place in the hearts of both of us, because we decend from Mexico. 

We hope any dogs of these victims were taken good care of. 

Ring Stewards

Fewer dogs than predicted will be shown at the Askersund Dog Show. We have spent part of the day re-arranging the rings and the ring stewards.

It is not fun to ask a ring steward not to come, but all of them were very understanding. We thanked them for this. 

The dog show is bound to be a nice experience anyway, for all of the dogs and humans who will be there. 

Holiday

This Monday was the first true holiday for Paula and Daniel. Monday is normally a working day, but today, they were mostly at home, taking it easy.

This also means it is easier for Pepe and I. We do not have to take so much care watching the house, while both our humans are away at their jobs. This is good, it makes for days of rest for us as well. Life is good on a holiday. 

Thunder

We heard thunder this afternoon. There were also a lot of rain. 

Even though we heard thunder, it was far away. We did not see any lightning. 

Thunder is rather nice, when you are indoors. The cats were outdoors, but thisis their problem. 

Rain and Thunder

We have had a lot of rain today. There was even thunder, but at a distance. 

The cats were outdoors some of the time of rain. Eventually, they came indoors again. They are both indoors tonight. I am happy for them to be indoors in rain.

Pepe and I had to go out in the rain in the evening. We are happy we did not have to be outside for long. Life is better indoors, when it is raining. 

For Survivors

Some humans make great things for their fellow humans. Today, I read about American actor Gary Sinise and his charity foundation. They took thousands of children and spouses of fallen military personel to Disney World in Florida. If you are rich, and successful actors like Gary Sinise often are, this is a great way to give something good to people who deserve it. I am sure the dogs of these families also get a positive experience from their happier humans.