Every time I write one of these posts, I think to myself: what is my life?
We went for a walk this morning to get a few more outdoor pictures of Sage in the wild, since, you know, on a normal walk we don’t usually bring a huge DSLR camera, and both Bjork and I just couldn’t stop laughing about what a weird life this is that we get to share our dog with the internet as a very small and just-for-fun part of our “job.” It’s so crazy fun to do these posts and share our fur baby with all of you dog lovers (which we’ve realized are MANY if not ALL of you) here in our little corner of the internet.
Since starting this Sage series, we’ve gotten snaps from you introducing us to dog friends for Sage, emails with pictures of your dogs in sweaters and strollers, and so much more. And we love every second of it.
We’ve absolutely become THOSE DOG PEOPLE – all of us, together.
So. Sage!
Sage In June.
Sage has had a really smooth transition into summer as you might have gathered from the white rainbow polka dot bowtie – I repeat – BOWTIE – look that she’s sporting this month. I mean, wow. If that doesn’t scream summer. S/o to the groomers for not only giving Sage a spa day and combing out about 500 layers of fur (thanks for the tip about the deshedding, Denise from the workshop!) but also sending her home looking like a snappy diva.
I think I’ve mentioned it here before but it’s worth saying again as summer is all about the water sports, running, playing outside, etc. –> Sage has some big opportunities for growth in the area of athletic physical activity.
Thanks to many handfuls of training treats, this spring/summer, she HAS mastered the art of a very basic version of fetch (maximum fetch limit per game is about 5) which is just so very exciting because it’s SO not Sage. Old dogs learning new tricks, yo. Miracles happening right here in our yard. Also – she occasionally gets brave enough (or hot enough, or bored enough) to go alllllll the way into the swamp at the dog park, usually followed up by a crazed – but I mean actually CRAZED – roll in the sand for about two minutes. Other than that, she’s not super excited about running around, chasing things, or generally being athletic and coordinated. Her strengths are more of the sleeping, cuddling, asking for belly rubs, eating, and laying in the sun variety.
The fact that almost everything about her demeanor mimics mine (generally nervous, easily excited by food, exceptionally good at lounging) is just too perfect for life. We are soul mates.
However.
Sage in June hasn’t been all happy times. I won’t name any names, but something happened recently – something involving a chewing session and my $300 glasses.
My $300 glasses with the super cute frames. The ones that have been discontinued and cannot be replaced.
Obviously. Had to be. There’s no other way for that story to end.
This is the first time that Sage has actually destroyed something that cost legit money, and I’m 100% sure she knew it. I came back to find the glasses crushed up on the floor and I promise I didn’t yell at her (don’t get mad, guys, I seriously didn’t yell) but I held out the glasses in front of her and told her in a really serious voice that that was bad, Sage. That was really bad.
And she just started shaking all over.
Oh my gosh, they were the saddest shakes ever. She does this whenever we take her to the vet or the groomers or anywhere unfamiliar. Our poor girl. She’s either just actually that nervous and tender orrrrrr she’s completely manipulative and sneaky and knows that the shakes will likely lead to snuggles and other good things. As I am remembering it now, Bjork practically fell over himself to get her a few massive handfuls of treats. I mean, wow Sage. Well played, girlfriend.
It’s been just over a year now since we brought this little love bug home.
Sometimes I start to wonder: what would life be like if we hadn’t found the online profile for our Sagey Girl tucked away on page ten of the dog rescue website during that late night binge search? And then I refuse to even think of it.
We love this girl so much.
Here’s a glimpse at Sage in June!
MORE SAGE PICTURES AND POSTS:
Sage In February
Sage In October
Sage In August
Sage In May
These are really precious. Thank you for sharing your lovely dog with the internet.
Sage looks soooo much like our dog, Tevah! Is she part-husky? Their markings are unbelievably similar. Maybe they’re long lost cousins? lol Love seeing the posts of Sage… she’s absolutely adorable!
Thanks, London! š
Sage is absolutely gorgeous! I love all the photos, especially the snuggling ones!
Animals bring something so special into a household. I have cats and I wouldn’t be without them, even when they’re naughty and destructive.
Oh our furbabies! We have a precious rescue who you cannot raise your voice around either. When you get mad at Cadence (named for our love of cycling) he shakes uncontrollably too until you pick him up and just hug him. Saddest thing ever…… Such sensitive little loves.
It has been too long since I had a dose of Sage!
I am absolutely IN LOVE with her, she is adorable. Ugh my heart is melting.
aww, thanks Leanne!
Fur babies are the best! We brought home a cat about 2.5 years ago. It was the best thing for us! Ernest has taught us so much about patience, responsibility and love. We know have a baby as well and he was the best training!
ERNEST! Oh my word, I LOVE Ernest!
My little 3 lb Pomitese (pomeranian Maltese mix) is a hoot. She watches TV just waiting for a dog to show up then runs up to the TV, barks frantically all while popping a wheely. It’s absolutely hilarious.
hahahaha 3 lbs! Oh my gosh, how cute!
Awwww, I just love Sage so much!! Obviously, I haven’t met her, I’m just loving her sweet face vicariously, but I’m sure I’d love her in person too! And I felt awful for you about your glasses, but I must admit, I laughed too, because it was sosoSO much like our dogs. Especially the shaking-to-show-remorse-but-really-secretly-angling-for-a-treat part. Thanks for sharing her with us as usual, Lindsay!!
Thanks Hannah! š so nice to have a little online community that loves her with us!
She’s too freakin’ cute. <3 I love it
she’s blushing. š
I’m a new reader and jumped immediately to your pages about Sage, although your recipes are fantastic! I love her! We have a puggle (pug/beagle) and I tell you, she is so smart! She’s over 8 years old and I can still teach her new tricks, so have faith Sage will learn a lot more! Love this post..but sorry about your glasses. š
Love it! I am inspired! We’ll keep the tricks coming!
She has the most soulful eyes- such sweet pictures!
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Seriously – she just gazes at us sometimes and I just totally melt!
What a great name for a dog. Can I borrow it for my next dog? Some a upas super sensitive and it appears thT sage is just that. What a lucky find.
Judy
Yes! We’d be honored! š
Omg that face! And the bowtie! She’s adorable.
The bowtie! right?! I just about died.
When Fergus the Pug chewed up my discontinued frames (apparently they love glasses because of all of your scent on the ear pieces, grod; not sure why discontinued makes them even more delicious) I found them on Ebay for less than I initially bought them for. My optical shop (Invision, the best) replaced the lenses for free under warranty.
no way!! I might try to do that! thank you SO MUCH for the tip and PS – Fergus?! I cannot. Most perfect pug name ever.
You guys are awesome parents and Sage is ADORABLE!
*parenting goals achieved* lols
Wow…I love dogs and love your photos. Sage is beautiful. Can you share the deshedding tips? My best buddy has a gazillion layers of hair and fur too. Always wondering how to get rid of some of it. Keep the photos coming!
So apparently when you take them to the groomers, there is some special grooming technique that you can pay for called de-shedding? It’s like extra vigorous grooming that includes a special comb that gets at the layers of fur that normally don’t get touched by the regular brush. or something semi-close to that. I totally just winged that description. š
I love Sage SO BAD.
hahaha NAN! you are too sweet. we always talk to her about her friends online and I’m confident she loves you all back!
the heart knows only what the heart knows, other than our fur babies, they know too!
Gotta love pampered pups!
Sage is so pretty. I’m glad you guys found each other. Cookie has chewed up a couple of shoes out of pure spite, but that hasn’t happened in a long time, thankfully. I am always amazing by your food snaps with Sage. Cookie wants to eat everything in sight, I think because she encountered some food scarcity before she was rescued. š Now she eats like a queen! Rescues are the best.
It is really strange. She just does NOT go for the human food. I can leave a full blown recipe set up in the room during a shoot and walk away and she won’t touch it. Ironically she will do just about anything for a few extra pieces of her crunchy dog food. Hahaha. Also – Probably once a week I see a dog walking around the lake that I think looks just like Cookie! š You guys would have lots of friends here in MN!
I’m only a few miles and a couple of hours away from seeing my dog Cami but these pictures make me miss her already! She looks a lot like sage too – espcially that sad face.
Thank you for sharing your dog-life with us – I needed some cuteness in my world today š
Omigosh, Sage is so precious! And your glasses story reminds me of a time when my dog actually had an “accident” in the house after two years of potty training, and she showed such a remorse and guilt that was so strong it was crazy. It’s amazing how much emotion dogs can feel!
Yes, blogger’s life is bizarre and odd at times indeed.:) Writing posts about spending time with my family are my most favourite. Because it is the dearest and closest to home – my heart. And memories forever. How much fun to read a few years later or for my kids in 20 years.
On another note, I wanted to let you know, Lindsay, that I have been really enjoying your videos on FBP. Very well done. Your voice also puts me to sleep haha. Even my husband was listening half way reading his book in bed last night. He said they were calming lol.
Sorry about the glasses! I swear animal know the expensive items and go for that instead of the cheap/easily replaceable things. We’ve actually been pretty lucky in the things our dogs have destroyed, like when our newest addition chewed on the rubber lid a nail polish bottle. (Don’t worry, the lid was still on!) Anyway, Sage is so pretty! I think she was get along really well with our dogs, seeing as they share the same hobbies. But they might get a bit competitive for attention!