Mr. Gus is One!

Gus, you officially turned 1 year old on March 6th...and what a year it has been!

You came to us at a time where we definitely needed a little pick-me-up as your big brother Charlie wasn't feeling too well.

The kids instantly loved your playful, cheerful, and loving demeanor.

You learn things so quickly which is why we get a little upset when you choose to do something naughty...you are just too smart sometimes Mr. Gus. 

Some of your not-so-nice habits - begging and stealing food, pulling the leash on a walk, laying on our lay-z-boy when we are not home, chewing on things that are not yours, and digging...oh the digging.

However, your good habits definitely outweigh those naughty ones.

You enjoy so many things but your absolute favorite thing to do is play fetch...with anything - a shoe, a broken stick, a ball, one of the kids' toys, even a clump of dirt.

"Full of energy" is a phrase that describes you quite perfectly.  But, at night when the kids are calming down you like to find a spot to curl up and fall fast asleep. Cuddling is definitely one of your best qualities...you like to sit as close to us as possible and enjoy your ears being scratched.

Hunting is also something you enjoy especially when you are with Dad and your friends. 

You make friends very well and love to play with other dogs.
You enjoy chewing on bones, peanut butter, biscuits, and just about anything that Bennett is eating.
You sleep at the foot of our bed on your own little bed but usually try to make it up to our bed during the night. You are protective of the kids and our home especially when Dad is out of the house.


Happy Birthday Gussie!  We love you so much!