One month in my new home

Wow, I've been in Connecticut for an entire month. I've had a lot to learn about birds, chasing squirrels (or not), pooping in the house, chewing only my own toys, and lots and lots of new words.   It sure does feel like home now though.    I have calmed down, quit worrying too much about my people leaving (although I still do block the door whenever mom gets ready for work) and stay in my yard.  I don't need to be tied up anymore, but I still drag a long rope, just in case I forget and wander towards the road or too far into the woods.  My rope gets shorter every week, and sometimes they take it off all together.  I can run so much faster without it... which I really like because then I always get to the tennis ball first.  I come back to mom or dad almost all the time now.  I  love swimming, running, playing frisbee and tennis, and chewing up squeaky toys.  I get along with my dog sister, Nala.  This week my human brother came home- I am pretty excited to have another person to play with and he loves to swim too so we're going to be spending alot of time at the lake.  Here are some pictures of all my activities..... let me tell you, I am one busy dog!

 Cani-Cross--- running while pulling my "mom" up the hills.  I love this.  

 We go to some beautiful trails.  Sometimes I get a little distracted by squirrels and chipmunks, but most of the time I am really good.

 Playing tennis ball at the field by our  house.  Here, I am still wearing my rope to be sure I don't run away.  I don't need it too much anymore though- I really like it here so I want to stay with my people.

 I get a little too excited when my sister, Nala, is chasing the ball too, but I usually let her get it (even though I am faster).

 The absolute best part is getting toweled off afterwards.  It is like a trip to the spa.

And then when I'm nice and tired, I just lay down on the kitchen floor and wait for a treat.