Zig goes camping and dogshowing...

Zig here. I went camping with the gang for a few days in a state called O HI O

It was fun at first...

In ONE morning we saw wild turkeys, 3 deer, lots of cats, some squirrel, and birds!

But we had to stay in this pen thing so we wouldn't wander off...

 Then we went to this place called "dog show"  I was told by some GSP people that I was a good looking boy and had a nice head. Whatever that means.

Foster sister Vera did some fancy prancing stuff and I guess she did really, really well. Something called Winners bitch and Major. I always knew she was a MAJOR BITCH, but for some reason whenever I say it, it's not as cool...

But I had fun at the dog show thing anyway...

More field photos...

And they're off!

Zig stops to check out a scent...

Nope, nothin' there anymore. Movin' on!

Critter hunting.

Zig is still learning to tell the difference between old bird scent...

and new bird scent...

Bird found! Nice back leg point Zig!

Zig is one of the most handsome shorthairs I've met.

Maybe I'm biased because I've known him awhile...

and have seen him grow from a pup...

 To a dog that is starting to understand how to use his nose and instincts...

But really, sometimes I just can't believe that a boy like this was found running an intersection and chasing cars! He's beautiful and is turning into such an outstanding companion and working dog. So hard to believe that there hasn't been any interest in adoption, either...

Zig had a blast playing at Sylvie's birthday party.

His BFF, Quinn, even stopped by for some romping and swimming.

A tired Zig is a good Zig.

Don't tell anyone, but Zig does know how to take it easy...

You are worthy of being Loved.

No, this isn't some fancy trick of the camera or Photoshop, my little camera got some condensation on the lens during our hike through the woods then into the sun. 

Zig was trying his best to balance on this log with the girls, and was hilarious in doing so. Someone actually wrote on the log "You are worthy of being Loved" and I thought it was very appropriate since over half the gang living with me is a rescue :)

Here, kitty, kitty...

Dear Stray Cats-

 I don't know how to say this, but I think I love you. You give me a sense of joy and a thrill everytime I leave the front door. Food Lady thinks it's annoying to be knocked off the steps when I go after you, and yes, she's trying to teach me manners in this area... but, I confess...I think about you all the time and whenever I look out the front window I pray that you'll be there. Please don't leave. I'm sure Food Lady won't mind if you have your illegitimate babies in her landscaping for me to point and bark at when they get older...

Love, ZigZag

Zig is a very adventurous fellow-

But, sometimes, I don't think he realizes he's on an adventure until he finds himself smack-dab in the middle of an "Oh shit! How'd I get here?" moment.

But, like any good adventure-er, he takes everything in stride...

and in point...

and always, always finds his way to a snack, ear rub, and happy ending.

mon nom est l'amour

Dear Zig.

Thanks for picking and bringing me the most ripe melon in the garden. Next time though, do you think you could just notify me first, before picking it yourself?

Thanks,

Food Lady.

Partyman Zig.

Zig was so well behaved at the dinner party we went to last night! He remembered his manners and got some good romp time in with his Lab pal, Quinn. There were several people there, along with 3 Weimaraners, 1 Clumber, 3 Welsh, 2 Labrador, and one old Coyote.

Now you see me...